Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee

METROPOLITAN DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL•Tacoma, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) provides counseling services to adults, youth, and their families, while under the direct supervision and mentorship of a qualified clinical supervisor. The Trainee is a practicing clinician, offering chemical dependency assessments and treatment services to clients and their families. The Trainee plays an integral part in MDCs healthcare services by helping to promote self-sufficiency and remove individuals and families from poverty. Applicants with a strong drive to work within a mission driven organization are encouraged to apply. The Trainee position is a full-time position and reports to the Clinical Supervisor.

Requirements

Current Washington State Department of Health SUDPT Certificate.
Proof of successful completion of the following four classes; (1) Introduction to chemical dependency, (2) physiology and pharmacology of alcohol and other drugs, (3) group counseling, (4) and case management.
Knowledge and ability to use Outlook, Word, and database computer programs.
Intermediate to advanced keyboarding skills.
Upon employment and/or training present and maintain a copy annually thereafter of the results of a TB skin test or evidence of completion of a course of approved treatment by a physician or local health officer if the results are positive.
The incumbent must become a certified Substance Use Disorder Professional within two (2) years from date of hire as a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee.
Must have valid Washington State Drivers License and reliable personal transportation

Responsibilities

Develop specific, individualized plans that serve as road maps for clients to get them to a self-sufficient status where they are working towards self-reliance.
Conducts chemical dependency evaluations utilizing the DSM 5 and the ASAM-Patient Placement Criteria.
Provides individual, group, and family counseling.
Prepares and maintains complete, confidential, and timely client records, in accordance with State and County contractual requirements.
Collaborates with peer Substance Use Disorder Professionals and Clinical Supervisor on assessments, evaluations, individual service plans, and transfers to ensure continuum of care and quality treatment.
Conducts and collects patient urinalysis test as required.
Completes discharge summaries and after-care plans in a timely manner in accordance with State requirements.
Establishes and maintains ongoing relations with agencies, other professionals, government entities, schools and community partners to ensure appropriate referral resources are available to address the needs of clients.
Prepares and completes monthly status reports and letters pertinent to direct services to ensure compliance with requests from other agencies and professionals in the community.
Maintains active contact with County/City probation departments and other legal resources to monitor the progress of clients, as needed.
Provides or assists in conducting community and school outreach, to ensure contractual requirements.
Participates in developing and executing program goals and objectives in conjunction with Clinical Supervisor.
Meets with Clinical Supervisor regularly to coordinate work activity and to develop clinical skills.
Actively pursues and completes all training and/or work sessions required to become a Substance Use Disorder Professional
Must practice to the utmost degree in ethics, confidentiality, and boundary setting.
Maintains health regulatory requirements, i.e. annual TB test result or an exemption, Blood-borne Pathogen training and other health requirements.