Substance Use Dependency Professional / Trainee

Lifeline Connections • Vancouver, WA

3d • $25 - $31 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions. Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive. Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in human services, psychology or addictions studies;
• College course work in Substance Use dependency, human sciences or related field required;
• Successful completion of at least one course per quarter/semester toward educational requirements as necessary to obtain an active Washington State Department of Health SUDP credential required;
• Knowledgeable of a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and the ability to set and maintain therapeutic limits.
• Must be capable of functioning autonomously while maintaining continuous communication with other staff members;
• A broad knowledge of the stages of human personality development including cultural, social, and psychological factors affecting individuals and families involved with substance use;
• Knowledge and practice of crisis intervention theory;
• Knowledge of the various theories, forms, stages, and manifestations of addictive behavior, awareness of common manifestations of resistance to change in the addicted client, awareness of socio-cultural barriers to change, and an in-depth knowledge of alternative coping mechanisms to replace the use of chemicals;
• An understanding of the theory and practice of individual and group treatment of chemical abusing clients to facilitate client self examination, expression of feelings, insight development, problem solving, and motivation to develop a chemically free lifestyle;
• CPR/First Aid Certification required for inpatient staff members;
• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Great attendance;
• Ability to work well with others.

Nice To Haves

• The agency milieu mandates that the incumbent be flexible, versatile and skilled in developing creative behavioral interventions that modify inappropriate behavior;

Responsibilities

• Provides counseling and case management for clients of the agency.
• Assists supervisory staff and Program Director in program review, daily management of treatment activities, and training/orientation of junior staff and trainees.
• Responsible for the daily treatment activities for clients on their caseload.
• Provides clinical services to agency patients.
• Provides evening programs.
• Collaborates with supervisory staff and Program Manager, other senior staff members, and other counselors in building and maintaining an intense treatment environment that motivates clients to focus on problematic behaviors, allow clients to experience the consequences of their actions, and teaches clients more productive coping strategies.
• Assesses the psycho social functioning of assigned clients and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Apprises team members of specific treatment plans and intervention strategies so that therapeutic consistency can be maintained.
• Leads treatment groups according to agency treatment guidelines.
• Develops discharge/aftercare plans and makes appropriate referrals for follow-up care.
• Documents relevant clinical information including treatment plans, treatment reviews, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Provides crisis intervention services, information, and referrals to clients and their family.
• Provides motivational counseling to collaterals to encourage participation in family support programs.
• Teaches specialized treatment concepts to client groups according to agency treatment schedule.
• Provides complete and accurate written and oral formats regarding the course of treatment to families, referral sources, and legal representatives.
• Recommends and participates in the development, design and documentation of policies, procedures, and activities for the agency.
• Conducts alcohol/drug assessments pursuant to WAC 246-341, or its successor.

Benefits

• Multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance, along with access to supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan for full-time employees and eligible part-time employees.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that accrues at competitive rates and increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays and personal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level