Methadone Counselor 1199 Line H8659

OverviewIs this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application.Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, and medical direction from the Chief Physician, a Methadone Counselor provides counseling services to individuals suffering from Alcoholism and/or substance abuse addictions.Posting internally from August 16, 2024 - August 26, 2024ResponsibilitiesEstablishes and maintains positive relationships with patients, visitors and other employees. Interacts professionally, courteously, and appropriately with patients, visitors, and other employees.Contributes to and participates in the Performance/Quality Improvement activities of the assigned department, including data collection, analysis, and adherence to established clinical/performance standards.Provides substance abuse counseling services to patients and families, including psychosocial assessment, short and long term treatment, individual and group therapy, and crisis intervention.Carries an active caseload of 50 patients.Provides required reports, case record documentation, and statistics accurately in accordance with hospital standards.Develops individual treatment plans as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.Maintains accurate patient records and upholds the confidentiality of all records concerning patients as mandated by Federal guidelines.Collaborates with inter-disciplinary treatment team to provide patient care.Conducts discharge planning, follow-up treatment, and referrals.May perform Auricular Detoxification acupuncture, if trained, under the supervision of a licensed acupuncturist.Presents cases as per schedule and records recommendations in the case record under the interdisciplinary case conference treatment planning process.Participates in all departmental meetings and attends relevant continuing education programs.QualificationsMinimum 1 year full-time paid experience in Addiction Counseling or equivalent (Three years life experience that includes satisfactory recovery from alcohol or substance abuse).Prior employment or volunteer history in a similar setting.Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.Completion of an approved course to provide Auricular Detoxification Acupuncture under the supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist.High School graduation (Baccalaureate preferred).Basic Computer Knowledge.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-06