ACT Substance Abuse Specialist

Copa Health•Gilbert, AZ

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About The Position

As a member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, the Substance Abuse Specialist works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary care team to identify, assess, and provide stage-wise engagement, persuasion, active treatment, and relapse prevention/management services in individual and group formats for persons with alcohol, tobacco, and other substance use involvement. Works as a collaborating ACT team member to facilitate recovery and inspire hope for service members while supporting their achievement of service plan goals. to assess service member needs, participate in the development of individual service plans, and provide advocacy and supports for service members, their families and involved community agencies. Provides on-call crisis intervention services, as well as weekend and holiday coverage on an established schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health related field; or related field.
One (1) year education and one (1) year professional experience in, substance abuse treatment and recovery.
Successfully completes a pre-employment drug screening.
Complete all on-boarding paperwork, in a timely manner and be cleared to attend New Employee Orientation (NEO), as scheduled.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and any other required background checks.

Nice To Haves

Bi-Lingual, preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports the Lead Substance Abuse Specialist in implementation of an integrated co-occurring program for adults with SMI consistent with evidence-based program standards.
Delivers stage-wise treatment groups, outreach and engagement interventions in clinic and community settings under the oversight of a licensed BHP.
Conducts regular reviews of progress and provides status updates to the ACT team.
Identifies and implements program strategies for non-responders.
Provides services consistent with PIR policies and productivity standards, including direct counseling and treatment; coordination of care with team members, medical staff and involved community partners and families; develops assessments, crisis plans and service plans; conducts regular review of individual progress and provides recommendations consistent with a stage-wise treatment approach.
Provides mobile medication supports to members in their home and other community settings.
Observes and documents medication reactions, including adverse reactions and symptom stability, consistent with PIR protocols, and provides regular updates to the ACT Team psychiatrist on progress in care.
Assumes “primary contact” responsibility for a smaller portion of service members to assure accurate, thorough, and current documentation in the medical record and consistent therapeutic contact for these members.
Maintains a weekly client schedule for this group and serves as first contact for those service members and their families.
Provides or arranges transportation on to support primary contact member service needs.
Participates in daily ACT Team meetings as well as any additional individual treatment teams or other team communication meetings as required.
To ensure compliance & adequate services, additional job duties may be required to meet the needs of the program and or department, consistent with Copa Health productivity levels

Benefits

Limitless Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities: Thrive with us through diverse career paths and internal development programs.
Career Development: Access ongoing training and development through our dedicated Organizational Development & Learning Department.
Generous PTO Program: Enjoy up to 3 weeks off in your first year, with continuous accruals and an additional PTO day for Employee Well-Being.
Paid Holidays: Celebrate 9 paid holidays annually.
Wellness Program: Benefit from our expert Health Coach services and wellness incentives to reduce costs.
Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,000 for educational advancement.
Affordable Health Care Plans: Choose from comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Utilize H.S.A., H.R.A, and F.S.A. options with select medical plans.
Insurance Coverage: Enjoy free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life/AD&D Insurance up to $100,000.
Retirement Savings: Benefit from 403(b) retirement plans with a company match.
Employee Assistance: Access 6 free coaching and 6 free therapy sessions, plus a wealth of wellness content and services.
Additional Insurance Options: Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, Eyemed vision, Pet Insurance, Additional Life/AD&D Insurance, and more!