Addiction Counselor 1

Marion County•Salem, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Marion County Health and Human Services is seeking counselors to join their Addiction Treatment Services team. This role involves providing person-centered, recovery-oriented substance use disorder treatment and collaborative case management to adults in a trauma-informed care environment. The county offers a comprehensive range of individualized treatments, including ASAM assessments, individual and group therapy, and recovery peer support. The team is committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all individuals to access high-quality health and human services and achieve their highest level of health. The counselor will play a crucial role in helping individuals overcome addiction and regain control of their lives. Bilingual counselors are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Must possess, or obtain within six (6) months of hire, a current MHACBO (Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon) CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or higher.
Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits).
Must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.
The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.
Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana.
Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual counselors encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Perform counseling and case management functions for persons served and their families.
Prepare and maintain service records.
Provide addiction treatment services in an outpatient setting servicing adults and their families.
Facilitate and/or co-facilitate individual and group services, while creating and maintaining a caring and supportive environment.
Perform substance testing through the use of breathalyzers, urine and/or oral tests.
Conduct assessments and determine the level of care and placement most appropriate for the clients.
Work collaboratively with clients to develop service plans.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical records in accordance to federal, state, county, and treatment program expectations.
Coordinate services with community partners to provide holistic care.
Participate fully as a member of the addiction treatment team.
Strive to be a supportive, reliable, positive, and professional team member during the development of client treatment planning, clinical team meetings, client crisis interventions, and in other staff meetings.
Collaborate with team members in the development, coordination, and presentations of community educational programs, outreach, and recovery activities.
Occasionally support individuals by accompanying and transporting them to appointments (i.e., court, DHS meetings, etc.).
Assist in supporting newly hired staff and volunteers in their essential job functions as related to Addiction Treatment Associate 1 duties.
Provides services at various sites, so driving is required.
Perform other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.
In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work.
Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties.
Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule.
Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.