Addiction & Recovery Counselor I or II (Turning Point SUD Treatment)
About The Position
The Addiction and Recovery Counselor provides substance use disorder (SUD) services to assigned clients, including assessment, development of treatment plans, and individual therapy, that are tailored to each client's needs. The Turning Point programs uses evidence-based interventions to address to address criminogenic risk factors and substance use with the goal to promote long term recovery and reduce recidivism. It offers adults in Custody who are referred to the program by the Oregon Department of Corrections (ODOC), intensive group and individual counseling to help them recover from their addictions and related issues. Turning Point puts a strong emphasis on community reintegration, with focus on referral for housing, employment services and continuing care upon release.
Requirements
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor I: Must be a CADC- Registrant
- Addiction and Recovery Counselor II: Must be a CADC I or II
- Six months to a year of experience providing SUD treatment or practicum experience is required
- Familiar with de-escalation techniques
- Knowledge of culturally specific services
- Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care
- Understanding of Recovery Model and Motivational Interviewing
- Knowledge of evidence based practices and strength based philosophies
- Knowledge of Microsoft office suite (I.e. word, Power Point, Excel)
- Operate computer programs and systems at a level needed to perform the essential duties
- Able to commute to other Cascadia sites and locations as needed.
Nice To Haves
- It is preferred that the clinician already have a CADC certification.
- Certification, Associates degree, or specific education focused on substance abuse treatment is preferred
Responsibilities
- Facilitate both treatment groups and individual counseling using evidence based practices i.e. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivation Interviewing
- Provide case management; collaborate with treatment team members and DOC counselors to support treatment plan
- Provide milieu support by monitoring problematic behavior; deescalate as necessary
- Provide treatment planning; identify risk factors associated for relapse and recidivism
- Complete Substance Abuse and ASAM LOC behavioral health assessments
- Adhere to compliance, required laws and complete annual required trainings I.e. Mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPPA
- Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
- Document and maintain clinical records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policy and procedures and local, state and federal regulations through use of Electronic Health Record System (EHR)
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
