Substance Use Disorder CADC COUNSELOR PRN

Acadia Healthcare•Scotts Valley, CA

1d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

CADC COUNSELOR PRN Opportunity (8hours shifts) at The Camp Recovery Center – Scotts Valley, CA Pay Range: $24.00 - $28.00 We are hiring a compassionate and experienced PRNCADC Counselor to work with our clients at The Camp Recovery Center in Scotts Valley! This is a key role whose primary goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for our adult clients who have co-occurring disorders (substance use disorder and mental health disorders). The Camp is a 74-bed treatment center providing services to adults on both an inpatient and outpatient basis.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.
Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

Responsibilities

Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.