Addiction Counselor I - WASHINGTON, United States - Kolmac

Description

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG) is a leading outpatient treatment provider in the Mid-Atlantic region that is seeking an In Person, Full-Time (2nd shift) Addiction Counselor I for our Washington, DC location. We are committed to treating individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. We do this by providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment, aimed at improving the quality of life for those we serve.

We stand behind our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which are the core of our company with our patients and employees. Our leadership team invests to enhance the programs we offer patients to expand access to care and offer flexibility. Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We want your experience and expertise on our team When you join our organization, you are connecting to a committed and caring group of colleagues.

We are currently in search of an experienced Addiction Counselor I for our Washington, DC location. The Addiction Counselor I position at Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and all of its subsidiaries ("Kolmac" or the "Company") is held by someone who is innovative and committed to learning and developing their counseling skill, working and collaborating with an innovative, inter-disciplinary team. This position requires someone who is invested in patient care and brings a solution-focused attitude and outlook.

• Up to $5000 additional annual compensation for completion of licensure requirements
• Clinical staff reimbursements for CEU's
• Professional training and advancement
• Clinical supervision hours to staff at no cost
• Start Date: Immediately
• 2nd Shift / M-F / 12:30PM - 8:30PM
• Must be licensed in DC
• Develops a treatment alliance with patients that is mutual, collaborative, and individualized, meeting changing clinical needs throughout treatment
• Facilitates addiction psychotherapy groups in IOP, OP, OTP
• Provides individual addictions-focused counseling sessions when indicated
• Prepares and presents addiction/recovery education presentations to all patients
• Engages in case management sessions, including assessments, collaborative treatment goals, discharge planning, partnership with referral sources and/or other providers
• Promotes the organizations image in a positive and professional manner
• Is expected to provide direct care within the range of 50-65% of weekly work hours
• Works with medical staff and clinical supervisor to meet the co-occurring psychiatric needs of patients
• Coordinates care for all appropriate support services, including referral sources, family members, and other support providers
• Responsible for maintaining timely and well written documentation that meets state and CARF standards
• Demonstrates commitment to excellent patient care, which is measured through clinical outcomes, such as patient retention, attendance, successful program completion, transitioning from IOP, OP, OTP
• Responsible for obtaining signatures from licensed therapist/supervisor for documents requiring a second signature
• Provide evaluations for substance use disorders using DSM-V and ASAM level of care criteria

• Carries the on-call phone for one week, several times through the year, supporting the needs of any patients in crisis outside of business hours

  Has experience with Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  Embodies the spirit of a teacher, continually demonstrating positive energy that promotes addiction recovery education and learning, both in and out of group/individual sessions

• Attends and is prepared for professional meetings, including treatment team

  Other duties as assigned

  Engages in case management sessions, including assessments, collaborative treatment plans, BAMs, discharge planning, partnership with referral sources and/or other providers

  Is expected to provide direct care within the range of 50-65% (26 hours for full-time) of weekly work hours

  Responsible for completing documentation within 24 hours of competing a service and meets state and CARF standards

  Completes discharges within 48 hours of patient completing services

• Strong clinical, verbal, and writing skills
• Is engaging with patients, while promoting and maintaining accountability
• Flexible and creative team player
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a program that will grow and expand over the next several years
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working in the SUD field. Group psychotherapy experience preferred, but not required
• Experience and comfort with working in an electronic medical record
• Knowledgeable and well-versed in various recovery modalities, including SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety, 12-Step, Recovery Dharma, etc
• If disclosed that the staff member is in recovery from a substance use disorder a minimum of three years of continuous sobriety is required – five years is preferred

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Full Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Development Time
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Vacation Time
• And More

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing