- Conducts screenings and face-to-face assessments for all patients seeking treatment for substance use disorders; presents assessments to the multi-disciplinary treatment team and reassesses patients on an on-going basis
- Completes level of care determinations and OASAS LOCADTR
- Maintain the ability to utilize the latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders for individuals with substance abuse disorders.
- Maintains knowledge and skills utilized in the treatment of substance use disorders, harm reduction and evidence based treatment approaches.
- Sustains a patient caseload and maintains productivity pursuant to industry standard.
- Conducts Personal Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7), Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), Fagerstrom Nicotine Screening and other evidenced based risk assessments
- Assists patients in developing an individual treatment plan in conjunction with multidisciplinary treatment team and other patient collaterals, as appropriate.
- Conducts individual and group psychoeducation and counseling.
- Maintains and protects accurate and timely documentation via the electronic health record (EHR) in adherence with OASAS regulations, OMIG guidelines and WYH policies.
- Assists in providing a safe and respectful environment for treatment.
- Attends and participates in all assigned meetings and committees.
- Collaborates with other community service providers; ensuring patients have access to a full continuum of care to address individualized needs as identified by the multidisciplinary treatment team and supervisor.
- Facilitates referrals to other community based organizations, inpatient/residential facilities and alternative levels of care as appropriate.
- Encourages introduction to various support activities, including recovery-oriented mutual support programs and other self-help groups and other social support opportunities.
- Continues to seek and develop professional growth and activities.
- Maintains a professional relationship with patients, peers, other providers and the community.
- Demonstrates excellence in both internal and external customer service.
- Displays an ability to articulate and ascertain HIPAA, client confidentiality and corporate compliance.
- Ensures and/or remains in compliance with local, state, and federal regulation, i.e. DHHS HRSA and NYSDOH, and all accreditation standards (e.g. Joint Commission and NCQA-PCMH).
- Adheres to the National Patient Safety Goals as defined by the Joint Commission and Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
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Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Albany, United States - Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center
Description
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUD-C) serves as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing recovery-oriented care to individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), co-occurring mental health conditions and chronic co-morbid health issues in the Office of Addictions Services and Supports (OASAS) licensed treatment program(s). The SUD-C plays an integral role in the facilitation of integrated services-conducting screenings, assessments, individual and group psychoeducation and referrals in the treatment of substance use disorders. In collaboration with the patient and members of the multi-disciplinary team, the SUD-C develops individualized treatment plans grounded in best practices and harm reduction strategies-designed to empower patients in the pursuit of optimal physical and behavioral health.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates Degree in human services or healthcare related field; with at least one (1) year experience working with individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders; or completion of an approved internship through a certified provider of educational services for New York State Office of Addictions Services and Supports (OASAS).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in a human services or a healthcare related field and possession of a NYS State Credential as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainor trainee (CASAC-T).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Salary Range: $ $23.00 hourly
