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Job description
Registered SUD Counselor
The Registered SUD Counselor at Tatum Psychology Employment Group will provide ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual client needs while enhancing the quality of patient management and satisfaction. The Registered SUD Counselor will promote the continuity of care through integrating individualized case management, weekly reviews, and discharge planning. The Registered SUD Counselor will act as the central receiver of pertinent clinical data, and work closely with the Program Manager in the formulation of treatment planning, immediately responding to a crisis and planning for the needs of clients to ensure efficacy of service delivery. The Registered SUD Counselor must be flexible and able to come in while on call for an emergency and be open to schedule changes when required.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Essential Functions
1. Client Care and Clinical Services
Completes admissions/intakes for new clients.
Assess and make recommendations regarding client's level of care.
Makes recommendations regarding continuing and aftercare.
Follow up and monitor aftercare recommendations.
Conduct family meetings.
Crisis intervention.
Conduct daily educational and/or experiential client groups.
Create and implement clients' schedule into program and communicate client's needs.
Coordinator admissions and discharge with the Program Manager.
2. Documentation and Compliance
Compose and enter daily progress notes for each client.
Compose and enter daily group notes for clients.
Documentation and treatment plan reviews.
Abide by all DHCS, Agency's, JCAHO and all state and federal governing agencies.
Maintain an active certification/license through a DHCS-approved certifying organization.
3. Communication and Collaboration
Communicate with family, referral sources regarding client progress and/or changes (as allowed via client consent)
Collaborate with Program Manager regarding any and all consequences for clients.
Attend all mandatory clinical and staff meetings and required company trainings.
4. Program Support and Development
Preparation of group materials and researching new methodologies for inclusion in group and individual sessions.
Facilitate transportation when required.
Participate in scheduled site visits.
Attend industry-related workshops, trainings, and conferences.
Additional Functions
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Licensure: Current registration through a drug and alcohol credential from a DHCS-recognized institution.
Related Experience: Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years' experience as a case manager.
Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Advanced assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, and documentation skills.
Knowledge of dual diagnosis treatment practices, including non-pharmacological symptoms management techniques.
Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and communities or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with diverse populations.
Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.
Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.
Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications.
Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in English Language
Proficient communicator
Working Conditions: Work settings vary from offices, program sites, and stakeholder locations. Travel modes can include the use of company or personal transportation.
Salary Description $20-$23 / HR
Worksite address
fresno, CA, 93650, US
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