Unit Specialist Part Time Women's Center, Sioux City Iowa
About The Position
This is an entry-level clinical position working in the addiction field. As a Unit Specialist, you will directly supervise clients in our residential treatment program, oversee the therapeutic milieu, offer support to clients, facilitate education and community groups, administer medications, and transport clients to community events and appointments as needed. The Unit Specialist is a member of and actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, playing an important role in assisting clients and their families facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. This position offers an opportunity to gain experience in the substance abuse field with potential for continuing education by obtaining the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor certificate (CADC).
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
- Behavioral health experience preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Computer proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, email, internet, and adept at learning new software
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies or other related field preferred
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. Utilize behavioral management techniques effectively.
- Ensure that client service record is maintained consistent with laws, rules and regulations.
- Develop and present all clients 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 the members of the treatment team and plan daily therapeutic direction for 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 any supply shortages or equipment repairs needed.
- Contribute actively as an integral member of the clinical team, fostering collaboration and inclusivity by participating in all team meetings, discussions, and activities aimed at enhancing client care.
- Understand and comply with all the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
- Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the professional Code of Conduct and within the framework of the law.
- Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
- Serve as a role model and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing the agency.
- Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
- Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
- Paid Time Off
- Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts at participating retailers
- Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
