Unit Specialist - SUD-Wing

Rosecrance Behavioral Health•Rockford Township, IL

60d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Specialist oversees clients experiencing substance use disorder and supports daily counseling and therapeutic programming, including individual sessions, case management, group activities, and education. The role helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment and works with the treatment team to provide addiction services to clients and families. The Unit Specialist supports clients as they apply recovery principles in daily life and work toward sustainable recovery. The position is onsite at Rosecrance Griffin Williamson, Co-Occurring Wing. The role also includes supervising client behavior and activities, supporting treatment plans, maintaining records, preparing and delivering lectures, monitoring group dynamics, coordinating shift-level therapeutic direction, and maintaining unit tidiness and supplies. As assigned, the employee performs CLIA-waived laboratory testing and associated quality-control activities.

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.
Associate degree, which is associated with a higher listed starting pay rate.
CADC certification, which is associated with an additional $0.50 per hour.

Responsibilities

Adhere to prescribed work hours and work additional hours as necessary to complete assigned responsibilities.
Provide direct contact and counseling, including client supervision and behavior management, and implement appropriate interventions and consequences.
Implement therapeutic activities.
Coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
Collaborate with addiction counselors to develop and implement individual treatment plans for assigned clients.
Schedule and conduct individual sessions to help clients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
Coordinate and deliver lectures for clients, parents, and community resources, using behavioral management techniques effectively.
Maintain client service records in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Develop and present client lectures listed on the 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 daily therapeutic direction for the designated shift.
Read logs and obtain relevant information from staff on previous shifts.
Supervise unit tidiness and proper use of equipment and supplies, and report supply shortages or equipment repairs needed.
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 to support collaboration, inclusivity, and client care.
Comply with the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the professional Code of Conduct and applicable law.
Deliver consistently exceptional customer service.
Model positive guest relations when representing the agency.
Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership.