CADC Counselor - Hooper Detox (On Call)

Central City Concern•Portland, OR

16h•Onsite

About The Position

At Central City Concern’s Hooper Detoxification Stabilization Center (HDSC), every day is an opportunity to walk alongside individuals taking their first courageous steps toward recovery. Our 60-bed, medically monitored detox program provides a unique setting where counselors and medical staff work hand-in-hand to stabilize, assess, and connect patients with the right next level of care. We’re looking for passionate, skilled On-Call SUDs Counselors who thrive in fast-paced, team-centered environments and are committed to helping individuals experiencing withdrawal, homelessness, and co-occurring challenges.

Requirements

Current CADC-1, 2, or 3.
Experience with assessments, documentation, and case management.
Knowledge of addiction, homelessness, and co-occurring disorders.
Strong counseling skills, including motivational interviewing.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Must have one of the following : CADC-1, CADC-2, CADC-3
Experience with assessments and documentation required.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED, advanced degree preferred.
Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team.
Must meet CCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA.
Must possess at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
CPR certification required prior to start date.
Must have current Adult First Aid Certification prior to start date.
Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Ace of 1988.
An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and criminal background check.
This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
The OAR prohibits A&D program staff from having within the previous 3 years a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift up to 25 pounds.
Must adhere to agency’s non-discrimination policies.
Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.
Demonstrated skills in counseling techniques with individuals and groups.
Demonstrated knowledge of community and social service agencies.
Experienced in Motivational Interviewing with ability to promote Change Talk.
Knowledge of substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and treatment modalities.
Knowledge of crisis intervention methods and de-escalation techniques.
Knowledge of stages of change and strengths perspectives.
Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
Ability to effectively communicate with clients, co-workers, medical personnel, police, merchants, and the public at large.
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain accurate records and necessary documentation.
Ability to provide leadership.

Nice To Haves

Efficient computer literacy preferred.
Epic experience highly preferred.
Case management or referral specialist experience in addition to A&D Counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate counseling and support during withdrawal management.
Conduct thorough ASAM-based assessments and create discharge plans tailored to patient needs.
Connect clients with treatment programs, recovery supports, and community resources.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, technicians, and case managers on patient-centered care.
Empower individuals using motivational interviewing and strength-based approaches.
Perform and review assessments based on ASAM – PPC 2R criteria and provide diagnostic impressions based on DSM-5 criteria.
Develop a needs and service plan with a focus on discharge planning.
Interview and interact with clients to increase motivation.
Work with Hooper Clinical Team, Nursing, and Subacute Technicians to accomplish treatment, wellness and recovery goals.
Refer individuals to appropriate treatment programs and community support for follow-up care.
Facilitate patient access for direct contact to service agencies.
Participate in direct treatment of individuals and attend clinical staff meeting.
Coordinate transportation for individuals as needed.
Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities as directed.
Work directly with supervisor for ongoing program and individual professional development.
Maintain appropriate and timely client records and clinical documentation.
Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.
Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access.
Immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
Conduct treatment groups as needed.
Develop resource information to be used by the team.
Perform other duties as assigned.