Substance Use Disorder Professional

POSITION TITLE: SUD Professional
DEPARTMENT: HHS Behavioral Health
LOCATION: Longview WA
REPORTS TO: SUD Clinical Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Exempt; FullTime
WAGE RANGE: $69472 $83408

SCHEDULE: Monday Thursday 11:30 am 8:30 pm; Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm

CLOSING DATE: April 25^th 2025

***If you are an American Indian/Alaska Native and/or a Veteran and would like this to be considered preference in hiring please upload documentation with your resume and cover letter. Acceptable documentation includes a Tribal Enrollment card a letter from your Tribe stating your enrollment or BIA 4432 and/or DD214.***

Position Summary:

Provides substance use disorder services that incorporate a variety of strengthsbased culturally responsive therapeutic modalities as a member of an integrated behavioral health team. Adheres to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. Honors and represents the mission vision and values of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) and the Health and Human Services (HHS) department.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not allinclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assesses clients using a variety of instruments to determine the diagnosis treatment motivation relapse potential physical health needs mental health needs environment and vocational situation.
• Determines level of care and identifies potential intervention strategies that align with client needs and the individualized treatment plan.
• Conducts individual and group counseling sessions for clients and families utilizing a variety of techniques from a strengthsbased perspective.
• Teaches coping skills and relapse prevention techniques.
• Adheres to guidelines and protocols established in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) and by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM).
• Works collaboratively with community service agencies and resources to ensure access to sobrietysupportive services and promote continuity of care.
• Coordinates individual client care with referral sources family members and involved organizations to enhance treatment outcomes and ensure integrated support.
• Participates in the development of integrated treatment plans to address the clients recovery needs and coping strategies.
• Provides education and support to clients family members friends and others involved in a persons treatment and recovery.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of treatment programs; monitors client progress; remains aware of the signs of recidivism; conducts urinalysis as needed.
• Participates as a member of the clinical care team to staff cases and review progress hurdles feedback and recommendations.
• Manages client caseload ethically and in accordance with established procedures.
• Supports an inclusive environment that offers culturally responsive care and interventions that focus on holistic healing.
• Completes all required documentation in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Prepares current patient progress reports and completion notices and provides them to the courts probation departments state service departments and referral sources as appropriate.
• Participates in professional development and maintains required certification(s).
• Works collaboratively in a team environment to achieve shared goals.
• Participates in meetings as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adapts to changes in safety protocols and procedures.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment to achieve shared goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of traditional forms of government and tribal customs and traditions.
• Knowledge of behavioral health client evaluation and plan of care procedures.
• Knowledge of client outreach services and activities.
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical counseling principles and methodologies in substance use disorder treatment and addiction recovery support.
• Knowledge and familiarity with substance use disorder diagnostic assessments and placement criteria.
• Skill in interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation.
• Skill in completing documentation in an electronic health record system.
• Skill in deescalation and crisis intervention.
• Ability to develop implement and evaluate the effectiveness of individualized service plans.
• Ability to apply evidencebased counseling methods and techniques.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and workshops.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and effectively with clients and those involved in their care.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships and contribute to the creation of an inclusive environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree in psychology social work or a closely related field required.
• Three years work experience in behavioral health services including counseling case management or social work is required.
• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Certified Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) in Washington State required.
• Experience working within Native American and/or Alaska Native communities preferred.
• A valid drivers license is required when driving vehicles for workrelated purposes.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background screening/investigation according to the established requirements below.

Tribal preference in accordance with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions. All positions are required to adhere to CITs established safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Background Investigation Requirements:

• Preemployment drug screen.
• Reference checks including education and employment verification.
• Federal state and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks including fingerprint verification.
• Has not been found guilty of charged with received a deferred sentence received a conditional discharge of or entered a plea of not contest to or entered a plea of guilty to any one felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence sexual molestation exploitation or sexual contact; prostitution; or crimes committed against person(s) or children.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit use hands to finger handle or feel and communicate effectively. The employee occasionally is required to move throughout the facility and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and clarity of vision at long distances.

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in an office/clinical setting with a moderate noise level. Employees may be exposed to bodily fluids bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases. Situations occur where PPE (personal protective equipment) is needed. Overnight travel and/or evening and/or weekend work may occasionally be required. Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.