Substance Use Dependency Professional (or trainee)

Lifeline Connections • Vancouver, WA

9d • $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 is to be the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, 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 is to inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff. The Substance Use Dependency Professional (or SUDPt) provides clinical services, counseling and case management for clients of the agency. The work includes assisting supervisory staff and Program Director in program review, daily management of treatment activities, and training/orientation of junior staff and trainees. The SUDP is responsible for the daily treatment activities for clients on their caseload.

Requirements

• Associates degree in substance use dependency, human sciences or related field or equivalent work experience required.
• Knowledgeable of a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and the ability to set and maintain therapeutic limits. The agency milieu mandates that the incumbent be flexible, versatile and skilled in developing creative behavioral interventions that modify inappropriate behavior.
• 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 chemical use.
• Knowledge of the various theories, forms, stages, and manifestations of addictive behavior, awareness of socio-cultural barriers to change, and an in-depth knowledge of alternative coping mechanisms to replace the use of chemicals.
• An in-depth understanding of the theory and practice of individual and group treatment to facilitate client self-examination, expression of feelings, insight development, problem solving, and motivation to develop a chemically free lifestyle.
• Ability to instruct other Substance Use Dependency Professional trainees in treatment planning, clinical teamwork, clinical record keeping, and counseling skills, in accordance with agency and DBHR established procedures.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required for inpatient staff members.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Great attendance.
• Ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the supervisory staff and Program Director, other senior staff members, and other counselors in building and maintaining an intense treatment environment that motivates clients to focus on problematic behaviors, 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.
• Trains junior staff, trainees, and students in didactic presentations.
• 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.
• Assumes responsibility for unit management in the absence of supervisory staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

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.
• Access to supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan for full-time employees and eligible part-time employees.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that increases with years of service.
• Paid holidays.
• Personal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree