Senior Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a Senior Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor in the Behavioral Health department at the Mabee Center, located in Forth Worth, TX.

Job Summary:

Provides individual, family, and group counseling in relation to the treatment and recovery of substance abuse using a multi-disciplinary team approach treatment with emphasis on the disease concept of addiction, Twelve Step recovery program and relapse prevention; prepares clients for re-entry into the family and community maintaining sobriety and self-sufficient lifestyle. Serves as Lead Licensed Substance Counselor for the substance abuse programs at the Mabee Center and liaison, providing support to the Program Manager in relation to the daily functioning of the clients; assists substance abuse staff in providing an emotional, physical environment conducive to positive client morale and stabilization. Provides direction and oversight to designated Counselor Interns.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Counseling Responsibilities (60%)

Supervises assigned clients' treatment from intake orientation through completion of treatment; supervises client progress in meeting treatment objectives and supports clients in compliance; orients clients to program rules, procedures, and expectations; charts client group attendance; prepares weekly and monthly progress reports.

Works in a multi-disciplinary team approach to motivate, modify, and otherwise prepare clients and significant others in the recovery process.

Develops individualized treatment plans and maintains updated revisions of each plan in relation to the progress of each client; ensures that treatment plans address the physical, emotional, vocational, social, and spiritual needs of each client with identified time limits and measurable objectives.

Works with clients individually to enable them to have a better understanding of their situation and improve competence in problem resolution and coping skills.

Attends weekly case staff meetings; shares diagnostic data and provides feedback on the recommended reinforcement of treatment goals.

Understands and performs duties within the 12 core functions, as necessary. Is the Qualified Credentialed Counselor for substance abuse programs at the Mabee Center and complies with the standards outlined by TXHHS

Monitors implementation of the daily activities of the clients per the program schedule.

Administrative Responsibilities (25%)

Prepares and maintains case records and logs on all assigned clients; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same; enters pertinent information into the established Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).

Documents all client’s services in the web-based clinical record referred to as CMBHS (Clinical Management for Behavioral Health Services) as required by HHS contract.

Prepares and maintains statistical records on all services provided; compiles and prepares monthly statistical reports; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.

Prepares case presentations for the supervisor; prepares and presents cases directly to any Coalitions, funding bodies or Case Conferences as directed.

Performs recordkeeping duties to ensure that all expenditures are properly recorded and submitted to the Billing and Finance Supervisor and Program Manager as appropriate for submission to grantor.

Assists in instructing program staff in providing crisis intervention and in facilitating daily groups; monitors and advises Program Manager of needs to ensure the maintaining of adequate supplies of all materials necessary for program operation.

Conducts file audits, documents necessary forms, to ensure facility license standards according to TXHHS standards.

Assist with new hire training and ongoing training as needed for substance abuse staff to ensure compliance with contract and program guidelines.

Social Services Responsibilities (15%)

Assesses client needs for additional services, bus passes, clothes vouchers, medical referrals, for dual diagnosis clients; obtains clothing needs for adults and children; checks medication and refers clients who are low on medications; signs-off on case record review for documentation placed in file; provides clients with forms, level transition sheet, attendance sheet, weekly pass request forms, etc.

Reviews attendance record to determine if clients are meeting group requirements; checks client privilege pass request sheet to determine if clients when through proper procedures to obtain weekend pass; examines weekly pass request prior to issuing passes; checks work hours, business hours, walk hours, privilege pass hours prior to completing passes; verifies client employment prior to completing weekend passes; monitors Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholic Anonymous on a walk or privilege passes.

Coordinates services with other community agencies to ensure positive treatment outcomes for client; consults with Child Protective Services, Probation/Parole Officers and Case Managers; provides referrals to social service agencies and medical institutions/professionals; updates same about client program compliance.

Other Responsibilities:

Maintains community contact with appropriate agencies for additional and supplemental services and referrals which will assist in meeting the needs of each client.

Supports the Treatment Services Program Manager by aiding with special projects and training as needed.

Provide on-call coverage as needed for client and program needs.

Attends scheduled staff training and educational workshops.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Materials and Equipment:

Personal Computer General Office Equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of group dynamics, disease concept of addiction, Twelve Step recovery program and relapse prevention.

Ability to apply discretion and independent judgment when addressing and resolving substance abuse matters.

Skill in counseling and ability to utilize various counseling theories.

Ability to maintain the security of confidential records.

Ability to render competent casework service.

Ability and willingness to be involved in the Twelve Step program is strongly encouraged.

Ability to comprehend procedures for maintaining case files within contract compliance.

Ability to develop program plans and goals based on client needs.

Ability to evaluate the client's progress toward program goals.

Ability to work with the public encompassing all types of behaviors.

Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Services, one of the Behavioral Sciences, or related field,

And

Two years progressively responsible experience in a licensed substance abuse treatment program,

Or

any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications:

Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) Required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.

Ability to work on multiple cases effectively and efficiently at the same time.

Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.

Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.

Working Conditions:

Work is usually performed in a normal office within a shelter environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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