Licensed Addictions Counselor (Healthcare for the Homeless)

RiverStone Health•Billings, MT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Addictions Counselor provides clinical evaluations and substance use disorder services to clients at the Healthcare for the Homeless clinics and, on a part-time basis, at the RiverStone Health MOUD Clinic. The role conducts assessments, develops treatment plans and referrals, provides individual and group therapy and crisis intervention, and completes chemical dependency evaluations with written reports and treatment recommendations. The counselor also supports the MOUD Clinic with modified SUD assessments, referrals, and psychoeducation for staff and patients. The counselor collaborates with clinical staff, referral agencies, community resources, clients, and patients to coordinate care. The role includes client and family education and support groups, staff education, quality improvement chart reviews, presentations, community relationship-building, and project work. The position provides clinical supervision to two Peer Support Specialist FTEs and maintains current licensure and required continuing education. Work is primarily in person in an office setting and involves confidential patient information.

Requirements

Associate of arts or applied science degree in alcohol and drug studies, chemical dependency, or substance abuse from an accredited college or university.
Three years of licensed experience in chemical dependency treatment and counseling.
Current Montana Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) license in good standing.
Valid State of Montana driver's license.
Completed, or willingness to complete, board-approved supervision training: either at least one semester credit of graduate-level education focused on supervision or 20 hours of board-approved continuing education in supervision.
Ability to maintain a calm, positive demeanor during difficult client interactions and use nonjudgmental, empathetic listening skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of protected patient health information, HIPAA, and confidentiality.
Ability to collaborate and maintain a positive work environment.
Clear and accurate communication with supervisors, RiverStone Health employees, community resources, clients, and patients.
Integrity, innovation, and ability to complete duties to a high standard of quality.
Ability to understand and follow administrative policies and procedures and meet deadlines for treatment plans, assessments, and other duties.
Knowledge of the DSM-5 and/or DSM-5-TR.
Motivational interviewing skills.
Ability to exercise responsible clinical judgment in making appropriate substance use diagnoses and consult the Behavioral Health team when needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in alcohol and drug studies, psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Ability to provide clinical supervision.
Current Montana LCPC or LCSW license in addition to the LAC license.

Responsibilities

Conduct substance use disorder assessments, case consultations, treatment planning, referrals, individual and group therapy, and crisis interventions.
Complete chemical dependency evaluations and prepare written reports and client documentation with treatment recommendations.
Support the RSH MOUD Clinic by conducting modified SUD assessments, coordinating referrals, and providing psychoeducation to staff and patients.
Consult with professional staff regarding cases, referrals, and treatment, and coordinate referral processes with referring agencies.
Develop recommendations to enhance substance use disorder treatment services.
Participate in chart reviews with the Total Quality Improvement Team and comply with applicable state standards.
Provide education and training on substance use disorders to staff as requested.
Facilitate client and family education, awareness, and support groups.
Keep the supervisor and designated others informed about work progress, problems, and suggestions for improvement.
Attend meetings, conferences, workshops, and training; review professional materials; and maintain required continuing education for licensure.
Respond courteously and promptly to questions and comments from citizens, clients, and patients.
Coordinate regularly with appropriate colleagues and recognize patient care as a collaborative effort among clinical and nonclinical staff.
Attend clinic and all-staff meetings and prepare and give presentations within the clinic and organization; community presentations may also be requested.
Participate in media publications, projects, and community relationship-building.
Provide clinical supervision to two Peer Support Specialist FTEs.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone Health’s mission and goals.
Maintain a safe and secure working environment and follow safety, security, health, and injury-prevention practices.