Mens Residential Substance Abuse Counselor

Company: Willamette Family, Inc.
Location: Eugene
Posted on: November 19, 2020

Job Description:

Description:

• Interact with the service population providing individual and group therapy.
• Provide educational presentations on substance abuse and other related issues.
• Service planning, file management and record keeping per OAR'S and program policy.
• Serve as a liaison between WF and other service agencies.
• Provide culturally appropriate services, implemented within the context of social, cultural, racial, gender-specific sensitivity and understanding
• Participate in clinical staff meetings.
• Assess ongoing needs of individuals and make appropriate referrals.
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and assistance in developing safety plans.
• Participate in weekly supervision sessions with Clinical Supervisor.
• Provide comprehensive authorization reviews for insurance companies
• Complete necessary requirements in order to maintain certification.
• Ad hoc assignments as requested.
  
  Requirements:
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Oregon state certification (CADC II) is required of all counselors, or demonstration of active progress towards certification within timelines
  • If recovering from alcohol/drug addiction, must provide documentation of sobriety for a minimum of two years and must be in a program of recovery
  • Must pass a required criminal records background check
  • Must adhere to the agency's non-discrimination policies
  • Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, and others with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.
  • Demonstration of competence in the treatment of SUDS as defined: ISSR 309-032-1520 (3) (c)REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
    • Knowledge and understanding of substance addiction as a progressive disease
    • Knowledge, understanding, and expertise in providing effective, evidence-based substance addiction treatment services
    • Knowledge, skill, and experience in evidence-based interventions including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other trauma-informed treatment
    • Required knowledge in ASAM-PPC 2R, ISSR/OAR's, 42 CFR Part 2/HIPAA.
    • Above-average skills and Knowledge of Office 2010 software applications including Outlook, as well as navigating Electronic Medical Records software
    • Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Effective problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to follow oral and written directions and to apply techniques for special needs
    • Knowledge of de-escalation methods
    • Flexibility in responding to changing needs and requirements
    • Ability to work in an environment where people may be verbally hostile and/or abusive
    • Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
    • Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary paperworkPre-employment drug screen (including Cannabis/THC) and criminal background check will be required.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWillamette Family, Inc., prohibits discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or Federal was, and any agency policy including, but not limited to, discrimination based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex or sexual orientation.PM20 PI125023420

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