Substance Abuse Counselor - Los Angeles, United States - United American Indian Involvement Inc.

United American Indian Involvement Inc.
United American Indian Involvement Inc.
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Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Reports to (title): Healthcare Clinical Operations Director


Department:
Behavioral Health


Salary Range:
$ $31.50 hourly


Status:
Part-time, Non-exempt, 20 hours/week


Type of Position:
Part-time, Non-exempt, 20 hours/week

The RSFWC Substance Abuse Counselor is responsible for coordinating substance abuse services for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) clients.

The Substance Abuse Counselor identifies clients' substance abuse treatment needs; develops recommendations and treatment plans; provides direct services including counseling and case management; collaborates with residential treatment providers and other referring agencies; and facilitates linkages and referrals to resources in the community.

The Substance Abuse Counselor is part of a multi-disciplinary team that provides comprehensive substance abuse and mental health treatment for AI/AN adolescents and adults.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct RSFWC departmental screening and intake for program eligibility
  • Conduct Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN-Q) assessment to identify clients' treatment planning needs
  • Develop and monitor treatment recommendations and individual case management plans for each client
  • Provide referrals and linkages to outside service providers, as needed
  • Provide individual substance abuse counseling
  • Collaborate with our partnering residential treatment providers
  • Develop and implement culturally appropriate substance abuse treatment plans and aftercare services
  • Facilitate culturally sensitive recovery groups, relapse prevention, aftercare, and substance abuse education workshops
  • Collaborate with other members of the RSFWC treatment team, including therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, public health nurses and employment counselors to provide comprehensive client care
  • Document all client encounters and SOAP notes into the Indian Health Service RPMS Behavioral Health System
  • Submit monthly reports and treatment logs to RSFWC Program Director
  • Maintain client charts and meet all documentation deadlines and procedures, as required by funding sources, accrediting agencies, contracts and UAII agency policy
  • Represent the agency at community events, meetings and during program reviews
  • Attend and participate in events to provide outreach to the community and to recruit potential clients
  • Attend all staff meetings and departmental and agency events as required by the Program Director
  • Arrange work schedule to benefit the Center program and clients with the approval of the Program Director
  • Keep Director well informed regarding activities, pending issues and potential problems
  • Adhere to agency policies and procedures and advances the goals of UAII in a manner that embodies the agency's philosophy
  • Other duties as assigned or required to fulfill the purpose of the position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications:

  • Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, and external partners
  • Expertlevel written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated proactive approaches to problemsolving with strong decisionmaking capability
  • Resourceful teamplayer, with the ability to also be extremely effective
- independently

  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve performance goals and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment
  • Actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
  • Able to follow directions and use sound judgment when clear direction is unavailable
Education &


Experience:


  • Associate's (AA) degree
  • Minimum of two years' experience working in a drug and alcohol treatment setting

Certifications:

  • Certified as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor, State of California

Confidentiality:

  • Maintain strict confidentiality of client and personnel information adhering to HIPPA, professional codes of conduct, State of CA regulations, Privacy Act, and UAII policies and procedures
  • This position has access to sensitive information, and a breach in confidentiality will be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination

Communication/ Interpersonal Skills:

  • Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
  • Proficient in English

Technology Skills:

Other:

  • Available and willing to travel as needed
  • Available to work evening and weekend hours as needed
  • Responsible for maintaining a valid counseling certification and for ensuring timely completion of appropriate Continuing Education Units for renewal of certification

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