Unit Specialist - Co-Occuring Wing

Rosecrance Behavioral Health•Rockford Township, IL

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Specialist actively oversees clients struggling with substance use disorder and ensures the provision of daily counseling sessions, including individual, case management, group, and educational activities, in a safe and therapeutic environment. The role collaborates with a team to deliver comprehensive addiction treatment services to clients and their families, facilitate the integration of recovery principles into daily life, and provide ongoing support as clients and families work toward sustainable recovery. The position is onsite at Rosecrance Marlowe Recovery House, Co-Occurring Wing. The schedule is Thursday through Monday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Compensation is based on education, experience, and credentials. Starting pay is $18.43 per hour for a high school diploma or GED, $19.37 per hour for an associate degree, and $20.25 per hour for a bachelor's degree. CADC certification adds $0.50 per hour. Shift differentials are listed as $0.25 per hour for second shift and $0.50 per hour for third shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC), or Illinois licensure as an LSW or LPC that supersedes the CADC, within two years of employment in substance use disorder.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, email, and internet, and ability to learn new software.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements.
Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies, or another related field.

Responsibilities

Adhere to prescribed work hours set by leadership and fulfill additional hours as necessary to complete assigned responsibilities.
Provide direct contact and counseling, including supervision and behavior management of clients, implementing appropriate interventions and consequences.
Implement therapeutic activities.
Coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
Monitor assigned clients by collaborating with addiction counselors to develop and implement individual treatment plans.
Schedule and conduct individual sessions to assist clients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
Coordinate and deliver lectures for clients, parents, and community resources, and utilize behavioral management techniques effectively.
Ensure that client service records are maintained consistently with laws, rules, and regulations.
Develop and present all client lectures listed on the client lecture schedule.
Observe, monitor, and record group dynamics.
Facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
Perform general cleaning duties as needed.
Consult with treatment team members and plan the daily therapeutic direction for the designated shift.
Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shifts.
Supervise the tidiness of the unit and ensure proper use of equipment and supplies; notify appropriate personnel of supply shortages or needed equipment repairs.
As assigned, perform CLIA-waived laboratory testing and related quality control activities in accordance with CLIA requirements, manufacturer instructions, infection control protocols, and organizational procedures.
Participate in team meetings, discussions, and activities aimed at enhancing client care, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive clinical team.
Comply with the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Maintain confidentiality in keeping with the professional Code of Conduct and the law.
Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
Serve as a role model and demonstrate positive guest relations when representing the agency.
Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership.