SUD Counselor - SC/ Bell

Job Title

The Wellness Center is a state-licensed residential drug and alcohol recovery program. As such, the DMC SUD Counselor role is to promote the recovery and self-sufficiency of participants during their stay in accordance with licensing, funder, and Salvation Army requirements/policies and providing direct supervision and case management services for participants.

The DMC SUD Counselor is responsible for serving as the initial point of contact for all inquiries regarding treatment services, completing phone assessments, ensuring all necessary documents are understood and signed by clients and providing a thorough orientation during intake appointment. The DMC SUD Counselor is also responsible for facilitating a variety of psycho-educational groups and documenting client participation in the patient's file as well as the Netsmart PCNX computer system.

PAY RATE: $ 26.45-$34.50/hr.

Working Conditions: Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must be able to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred along with one year experience in medical and/or psychiatric models a plus.
• Certification/registration as an Addiction Treatment Counselor by state approved organization required.
• Must have current TB test.
• Must be CPR and First Aid Certified.
• Knowledge of HMIS preferred
• Class B Driver License preferred
• Clean MVR and ability to drive & transport clients
• Experience with co-occurring disorders a plus.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to carry out assignments independently and must possess strong time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of addiction & 12-step programs
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office Applications and ability to type a minimum of 45 WPM

Qualifications

Must be CPR and First Aid Certified. Must have current TB test. Certification/registration as an Addiction Treatment Counselor by state approved organization required.

Class B Driver License preferred Bachelor's Degree is preferred along with one year experience in medical and/or psychiatric models a plus.

Driver's License

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