Chemical Health Assessor (LADC or ADC-T)

Park Avenue Center • Minneapolis, MN

18d • $52,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Park Avenue Center (PAC) provides culturally-specific chemical dependency care in the heart of Minneapolis. A top-rated employer, PAC seeks to empower people to improve their lives and to be a place where employees want to work.
PAC is seeking a Chemical Health Assessor to join our Client Access Team and work in a positive work environment with a team of supportive professionals. This position works directly with the client to complete Rule 25 and Chemical Health Assessments and make appropriate referral recommendations.

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or be able to obtain an Alcohol and Drug Counselor Temporary permit (ADC-T
• Must complete Hennepin County Rule 25 Assessment training prior to or immediately following hire
• Must obtain and maintain required continuing education units and training
• Must demonstrate competence in screening for and working with clients with co-occurring disorders; through education, training and experience
• Knowledge of MN Statute Chapter 245G and licensing and its application to the department and company’s policy and procedures
• Ability to work in alignment with company values, goals, policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with co-workers
• Ability to establish priorities, manage projects, and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and electronic medical record program; or ability to obtain efficiency after training

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical health assessments, on or off-site, meeting Hennepin County Rule 25 and Minnesota Statute, Chapter 245G standards to make appropriate referral recommendations
• Maintain all required correspondence with the Hennepin County review team, treatment facilities, child protection workers, probation officers, collateral contacts, and managed care organizations as applicable
• Complete funding approvals to support referral recommendations as necessary
• Sign and adhere to all requirements outlined in Hennepin County’s Memorandum of Agreement
• Complete assessments within seven (7) calendar days of initiation while ensuring accurate, detailed, and timely documentation, reflecting every attempt to contact concerned persons
• Maintain a positive, professional and ethical demeanor with clients and within the community while following a strict code of ethics
• Attend minimum required Hennepin County monthly assessor meetings
• Participate in regular supervision meetings with the Chemical Health Assessor Supervisor
• Work alongside peers to offer and receive support when needed

Benefits

• 120 hours accrued in year one
• 4% 401k match after 6 months
• Company-paid training
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability, contribution to medical
• Access to dental, vision, voluntary life, and voluntary long-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed