Addiction Specialist

Level: Experienced

Job Location: New Life Center - Gary, IN 46402

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Job Category: Professional Services

Direct Service

Responsibilities

• Serve as case manager for assigned clients which could include activities that focus on the need of the client.
• Provide direct client counseling and support in individual, group setting and involves families whenever possible.
• Functions as contact person with Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor and IPU personnel when patient is referred into or out of units or at other times as necessary.
• Acts as liaison to courts, schools, department of welfare and industries providing reports on treatment of the clients.
• Prepare individual treatment plans at prescribed intervals with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in urine surveillance and collects urine upon request.
• Refers, with necessary accompanying information, client for psychological or psychiatric evaluation within the Center or to other treatment agencies.
• Dictates pertinent treatment observations into the patient record at prescribed intervals and completes all necessary administrative forms pertaining to the patient and Addiction Specialist daily interaction.
• Integrates 12 step principles into programmatic counseling, and Case Management while maintaining a professional treatment focus.
• Assists in maintaining collaboration communication with referral sources, and managed care entities.
• Participates in unit performance assessment and improvement activities.
• Reassess client to determine progress toward treatment goals.
• Solidifies transfer/discharge plans and arrangement for clients which take into consideration the needs of all clients.
• Maintain collaborating communication with referral sources and agencies to assure optimum service to patients and the community.
• Completes 20 CEU’S per year (licensure requirement).
• Provides at least 20 percent case management services.
• Maintain a minimum of the company’s productivity requirements (100%) at all times.
• Other responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned or may arise.

Administrative

• Performs all pertinent treatment documentation in the patient record/ chart in prescribed time limits (24 hours).
• Provide administrative documentation in a timely manner.
• Follow‑up with clients (or refer to Engagement Specialist for follow‑up) regarding missed or cancelled appointments via phone calls and/or letters.
• Writes reports as required on progress of clients.

General

• Conduct all professional activity in an ethical manner.
• Conform to all applicable policies and procedures.
• In conjunction with other staff assist in identifying and eliminating any situation which jeopardizes the health and/or safety of clients, staff, or others who come in contact with community mental health center operations.
• Utilize literature, workshops and other training aids to continually improve clinical and administrative skills.
• In conjunction with supervisor, complete and implement Individual Professional Development Plan.
• Assist in assuring Edgewater Systems compliance with all related licensing and accreditation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education – Minimum of a Bachelors degree in a behavioral health field.
• Licensure/Certifications - Licensure preferred.
  • Certification as a chemical dependency counselor
  • Licensed addiction counselor (LAC)
  • Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC)
• Experience – Minimum of 5 years experience preferred.
• Other - Possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Furnish own inspected, automobile as needed for Center work and transportation of clients.
  • A good driving record.
  • Appropriate automobile insurance and valid license tags.