Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW
We have an opening for a full-time Residential Admissions Counselor opening at our primary Portland location. The Residential Admissions Counselor position provides professional assessment & initial treatment planning for substance use and co-occurring disorders. Duties and responsibilities include: performing intake assessments that utilize both ASAM and DSM5 criteria for diagnosis and placement at the appropriate level of care; collaboration with patients on the creation of an individualized treatment plan based on assessed needs, goals, and objectives; care coordination with treatment team members, community partners, and referents as needed; and provide group counseling.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assessment and admission of patients
• Gather data systematically from the patient and other available collateral sources
• Complete individualized treatment plan in collaboration with patient
• Obtain and interpret all relevant assessment information
• Determine the patient's readiness for treatment and stage of change
• Describe the health and behavior problems related to substance use, including transmission and prevention of HIV/AIDS, TB, STDs, and other infectious diseases.
• Inform patient of their rights and responsibilities
• Document and reconcile patient medications based on current medication list.
• Review confidentiality guidelines
• Provide group counseling
• Review and follow up with referrals
• Complete screenings with potential patients

ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend All Staff meeting, and other meetings, as assigned.
• Communicate and coordinate with staff from other departments effectively.
• Maintain and strengthen good working relationships with clinical team members and management staff.
• Respond to inquiries about the residential program.
• Follow up on possible admits.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by date of hire, in accordance with OAR 333-019-1010
• Current CADC R with the ability to obtain CADC I status within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of Trauma Specific Services, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, and strong interdisciplinary team skills
• Proficient and timely with required productivity and clinical documentation standards

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and documents
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Communicate information effectively in writing and verbally
• Understanding of SUD

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

• This position has no supervisory duties.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Verification of Sobriety, per Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) standards
• DHS Background Check Approval
• Successful completion of Drug Test upon hire

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position generally works in an indoor office environment
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases which can encompass a variety of illnesses and infections, including tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, and HIV.
• Possible exposure to upset, angry, severely traumatized, disabled or emotionally disturbed adults, adolescents, and families.
• Exposure to potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals, personal protective equipment provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.41 - $30.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, OR 97216: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

learninglandscape.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, learninglandscape.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, learninglandscape.com is the ideal place to find your next job.