Substance Abuse Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Ohio Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Licensure
• CPR Certification
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all pertinent federal, state, and local laws, standards of the Ohio Department of Mental Health, and appropriate professional ethical standards
• The position requires the ability to respond appropriately to crisis or emergency situations, including at least basic training crisis intervention
• Complies with agency policies and procedures, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements
• The CDCA is required to have the following skills: clinical interview methods; individual, and group therapy methods
• Ability to develop and implement treatment plans
• Skills in crisis intervention and emergency services
• The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• De-escalation skills
• The ability to establish and maintain clinically effective relationships with clients
• Ability to meet agency requirements for criminal background check
• Ability to function as part of an organization by working with others and by adhering to established policies and procedures
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains appropriate documentation, including internal personnel records, operating reports and specific duties and analyses.
• Complete clinical services as appropriate by scope, including but not limited to, substance abuse counseling individually and in a group setting and substance abuse focused case management services.

We assist individuals with making lifestyle changes through our continuum of care. We empower diverse individuals to achieve wellness, mental health, and recovery goals. We foster a safe therapeutic community focused on individual recovery — promoting autonomy and efficacy.

Bridging the gap between understanding and application.