Addiction and Recovery Counselor II (Gambling)
About The Position
Are you passionate about helping individuals struggling with problem gambling? Join our dynamic and collaborative team at Cascadia Health as an Addiction and Recovery Counselor II (Gambling). In this role, you will provide a range of supportive services, from prevention to treatment, using a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to care. Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve. The Addiction and Recovery Counselor II (Gambling) is responsible for offering and coordinating comprehensive services for clients dealing with problem gambling. This role involves providing preventative services, such as community outreach to youth and older adults for awareness and education, and delivering treatment services through clinic-based sessions with some remote work or telehealth options. Flexibility between office and remote work is essential to meet program needs.
Requirements
- Certification: Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor I (CGAC-I) via MHACBO.
- Experience: At least 1 year of experience providing services to clients with problem gambling.
- Knowledge and Skills: Competency in culturally specific services, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing.
- Understanding of the Recovery Model.
- Proficiency in using computer systems for job-related tasks and preparing reports.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and regularly update clients’ needs; conduct assessments for problem gambling treatment for new clients.
- Develop, implement, and assess client treatment plans using established treatment models, including individual and group therapy, relapse prevention, and family/support sessions.
- Coordinate continuity of care by collaborating with internal and external service providers.
- Maintain accurate and compliant clinical records using the Electronic Health Record System (EHR).
- Comply with all federal regulations, including HIPAA and 42CFR, and follow company policies and mandatory reporting laws.
- Develop long-term treatment plans for clients, including assessing and addressing pathological and problem gambling.
- Actively participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
- Provide assistance in crisis situations and follow emergency protocols.
- Carry out other duties as assigned to support the mission and vision of Cascadia Health.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off Package
- Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
- Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
- VSP Vision Discount Plan
- 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
- Length of Service Award
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Student loan forgiveness options
- Wellness Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bicycle Reimbursement
- Discounted Fitness Memberships
- Trauma Support Team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
