SUD Counselor - Certified SUD Counselor

INDIAN HEALTH COUNCIL INC•Valley Center, CA

13h•$29 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1970, Indian Health Council, Inc. (IHC) has provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare and support services to the nine Federally recognized American Indian tribes in north San Diego County. With more than 200 employees serving 2 clinic sites, IHC is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the community it serves. The reward of working at IHC is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the Tribal community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and wellness of our tribal community, IHC is looking for people like you. About Us • Patient-Centered Care: Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, Social Services • Research focused: Community Based Participatory grant-funded research programs; we are a Native American Research Center of Health (NARCH). • Accredited as an ambulatory health care center by AAAHC Our Philosophy At IHC, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge to achieve their healthcare goals. We strive to treat the whole person using a multifaceted approach to include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and wellbeing. Job Description Reports To: Substance Use Disorder Counselor Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Classification: Regular, Full-time Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm Location: Onsite, position may be assigned to work at both IHC locations Grant End date: 09/29/2027 SUMMARY: Provides outpatient and aftercare services to patients.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Current CAADC or similar certification required.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of counseling techniques.
Knowledge of community resources and referral agencies.
Knowledge of group dynamics.
Skill in counseling.
Skill in interviewing and communicating to elicit information and cooperation from patients.
Ability to write reports, correctly reflect treatment and document patient's progress.
Productivity Software: Microsoft Office 365 (Email, Calendar, Word, Excel, Power Point).
MS Teams (video conferencing and meetings), and Share Point.
Databases: NextGen or EPIC electronic health records.
Utilization of Paycom, Paycom Learning, and PolicyTech systems.
Current CAADC or similar certification required.
Completion of Grant funding training within first 3 months of hire date.
A valid California driver’s license and a good driving record will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Current AED CPR certification or attainment within 6 months of hire.
Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test to include marijuana.
Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position.
Must pass criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred.
3 years related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides individual or group counseling.
Performs necessary chemical dependency assessments; able to use ASI and or ASAM assessments to identify level of care.
Treatment plans will be developed and agreed upon by both patient and counselor. Treatment plans may also include case management services.
Provides individual chemical dependency counseling.
Facilitates placement in a youth and adult treatment facility when necessary.
Follows patient progress through necessary case management.
Facilitates needed referrals for patients to internal programs and outside agencies.
Maintains continuous review of referrals to ensure clients services in an efficient, expeditious and professional manner.
Where assigned to a grant funded project will execute objectives as they are established by the grant.
Provides community substance abuse prevention education or programs.
Counselors will collaborate with other IHC departments and outside agencies for the provision of treatment services.
Participates in department development activities, conferences, seminars, and workshops programs as directed.
Assists with the development of department communication guidelines with agencies and schools.
Maintains client case files in accordance with both HIPAA, IHC regulations and potential third-party payer.
Participate in outreach activities.
Position may be re-assigned during activation of EOP.

Benefits

PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contribution
company-paid life and disability insurance
malpractice coverage for providers
403B retirement with company matching
generous PTO and Sick time
14 paid holidays
paid jury service
paid bereavement leave
reimbursement for professional license(s), and certifications such as CPR and continuing education units
Our facility also qualifies as a high-need area for provider CA State and Federal Loan Repayment Programs.