Rehabilitation Counselor (A/B) - Recovery from Addictions Program

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Taunton, MA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery from Addictions Program (RAP), operated by the Department of Mental Health in collaboration with the Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Substance Addiction Services, is hiring two Rehabilitation Counselors to provide rehabilitative services to clients. The work includes developing and implementing activities, establishing groups with treatment teams, and assessing and evaluating clients. The selected candidate must comply with applicable federal regulations and confidentiality requirements, including 42 CFR Parts 2 and 8, the Confidentiality of Alcohol Abuse Policy, and HIPAA. The position is 40 hours per week, from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Days off will be either Sunday and Monday, Friday and Saturday, or Sunday and Saturday. RAP serves individuals civilly committed by courts for substance use treatment for up to 90 days. Its program model offers acute detoxification and early clinical stabilization, and helps clients establish community-based connections to outpatient supports and substance use disorder treatment providers. The program provides administrative, medical, clinical, and non-clinical services, with a mission of client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment. The role requires knowledge and skills in therapeutic recreation, motivational enhancement, group leadership, client support, documentation, and activity coordination. A criminal background check will be completed for the recommended candidate. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified. The position is subject to state requirements concerning COVID-19 and influenza vaccination or required mitigation measures.

Requirements

At least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional or paraprofessional experience in social work, social casework, vocational counseling, employment counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or educational counseling, subject to the listed substitutions.
Knowledge of motivational enhancement and reinforcement techniques.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of therapeutic recreation.
Knowledge of factors, trends, and problems in providing recreation services to special client groups, including people with physical or mental disabilities and older adults.
Knowledge of a variety of individual and group recreational activities.
Ability to interact with people under physical or emotional stress.
Ability to set limits and reinforce rules.
Understanding of boundaries and ethics.
Ability to de-escalate situations.
Ability to plan, assign, and coordinate activities.
Computer skills, including maintaining electronic case records and navigating and using software programs.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a professional manner and maintain accurate records and treatment-related information in accordance with RAP policies and procedures.
Ability to exercise group leadership and provide instruction and training to clients.
Selected candidates must comply with applicable confidentiality and regulatory requirements.
Successful candidates must acknowledge and attest to their COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status or applicable mitigation measures.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience working with clients with primary substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

Provide groups that meet patients’ needs and goals.
Plan leisure activities as directed by a supervisor or department head, including scheduling, acquiring materials and supplies, coordinating with hospital units and departments, and publicizing activities.
Complete treatment notes for patients participating in groups and document progress toward person-centered goals.
Complete activity and vocational program schedules monthly.
Attend assigned meetings.
Complete confidential documentation and data entry accurately and promptly in accordance with established policies, protocols, and procedures.
Maintain and monitor rehabilitation areas and supplies for safety, security, and cleanliness; follow hospital and department procedures; and promptly report concerns or events to a supervisor or designee.
Participate in scheduled supervision meetings to exchange feedback about assignments, performance needs, and professional knowledge in recreation and mental health.
Maintain person-centered approach practices.
Comply with applicable regulations and confidentiality requirements, including 42 CFR Parts 2 and 8, the Confidentiality of Alcohol Abuse Policy, and HIPAA.