Substance Use Disorder Counselor

UNITED COMMUNITY SERVICES • Knoxville, IA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

We have a full-time positions available for a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor at our Knoxville, IA clinic location. In addition to providing counseling services within the clinic, this role offers opportunities to engage in community outreach, helping expand access to care, build relationships with community partners, and support individuals on their recovery journey where they live, work, and connect. UCS Healthcare is an integrated healthcare non-profit that puts people first. We offer a career that is not ‘corporate,’ where profits come before people. We have a commitment to supporting working parents through our family-friendly policies and practices. We’re seeking to create a workplace that supports employees at work and in life. These practices reflect our belief that when people feel supported as whole individuals, they do their best work and thrive. Join us in our mission to create hope for healing and lifelong well-being.

Requirements

• Temporary Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (tCADC) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with Iowa Board of Certification. Full CADC is required within one year of hire.
• Must excel in team environment, adhere to agency policy and procedures, engage in critical thinking, and utilize problem solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle sensitive information confidentially.
• A valid driver's license is required and liability insurance or an equivalent means of reliable personal transportation and coverage as travel within the state of Iowa may be necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• Previous experience in substance use disorder counseling and with group facilitation.
• Demonstrates understanding of substance use disorders and comprehension of counseling theories.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessment, admission, and transition planning.
• Provides individual and group counseling to patients.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support clients in their recovery journey.
• Implement evidenced based curriculums identified as appropriate by management.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions to provide clients with peer support and education about substance use disorders.
• Create a safe and supportive environment for clients to share experiences and strategies for recovery.
• Maintain a client caseload in accordance with assigned duties.
• Attend staff meetings, supervision sessions, and training workshops as required.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Evaluate treatment plans and define goals with patients served as required by level of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
• Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or pharmacists.
• Collaborate treatment functions with outside agencies.
• Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies as necessary.
• Apprise supervisor of problems encountered in caseloads.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain licensure and stay current with best practices in substance use disorder counseling.
• Monitor and provide coverage for agency crisis line.
• Interpret referral paperwork to determine appropriate level of care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We pay for a vast majority of your health insurance premium as part of our robust benefits package.
• Real opportunities for advancement and growth
• Family-friendly policies and practices

What This Job Offers

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