Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Roots Wellness Center•St Paul, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Roots Wellness Center (RWC) treats co-occurring disorders through the lens of social justice, believing that chronic social injustice fuels the cycle of illness, addiction, and pain. RWC is at the forefront of social justice, committed to addressing racial and socioeconomic disparities in behavioral healthcare. Their mission is to provide marginalized individuals and families with excellent clinical care and close the gap within marginalized communities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in alcohol and drug counseling.
270 Classroom hours in alcohol and drug counseling curriculum.
Completion of 880 hours of alcohol and drug counseling practicum.
Knowledge and experience using Procentive.
2+ years of experience as a LADC / SUD Assessor.
Staying current regarding professional research, techniques, etc.
Completing continuing education courses in current treatment concepts and methods as required by the State of Minnesota to maintain an active LADC licensure status.
Attending in-house training and staff meetings.
Intersectional lens, cultural humility, and awareness of own areas of privilege.
Strong interpersonal skills including strong oral, written, and listening communication abilities.
Time management, initiative, and organizational skills required to be successful in this role.
Presentation and training skills.
Ability to work independently and engage effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Appreciation and participation in a positive, passionate work culture.
Engagement and support of cross-training opportunities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in cultural competency and sensitivity in treatment delivery.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Comfort and proven experience and interest in working with staff with a range of identities including age, developmental and acquired disabilities, religion, spirituality, ethnicity, race, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, relationship structure, indigenous heritage, national origin, immigration status, and gender is required.

Responsibilities

Performing substance use disorder assessments.
Participating in and contributing to interdisciplinary treatment and discharge plans.
Providing individual and group substance use disorder counseling services.
Carrying out the 12 core functions and all other counseling duties identified by Minnesota statute 245G in individual and group settings.
Supporting anti-oppressive/anti-racist practice and trauma-responsive practice in all interactions.
Completing assessments and treatment plans utilizing ASAM criteria and sound clinical writing.
Facilitating intake, orientation, group activities, individual counseling, and family counseling for clients.
Facilitating 5-6 groups per week for part-time positions, or 9-10 groups per week for full-time positions.
Managing an individual caseload not to exceed 7 clients for part-time positions, or 14 clients for full-time positions.
Working closely with clients to engage them in the decision-making process and help them understand the benefits of assessment and accessing the appropriate level of care.
Collecting and reviewing referral information upon assignment of clients and consulting with others as needed.
Coordinating with other providers to ensure comprehensive care and documenting accordingly.
Advocating for participants within systems to ensure equitable and quality care.
Collecting information from collateral resources to aid in determining the level of support and need for treatment.
Working collaboratively with client's funding sources to obtain initial authorizations for reimbursement.
Completing paperwork requirements and maintaining quality, up-to-date clinical records, including Outcomes Survey information and information for invoicing.
Entering necessary information into the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
Attending and participating in weekly staffing to coordinate care and consult.
Providing treatment coordination to clients.
Other related duties as assigned.