Substance Abuse Counselor, CADC for residential
Substance Abuse Counselor, CADC for residential
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$ 24 - 28
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Job Description
COMPENSATION:
Compensation for roles atTHE CAMP RECOVERY CENTERvaries depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location role skill set and level of experience. As required by local lawTHE CAMP RECOVERY CENTERprovides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.
Role Location: CALIFORNIA
Calculated Hourly Range for role Substance Abuse Counselors:
State California $24.00 $28.00 per hour
BENEFITS:
The Camp Recovery Center provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our Substance Abuse Counselors. Current benefits include:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan
- Excellent training program
- Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry.
AVAILABLE SHIFTS AND HOURS
This is a full time Counselor position: Tuesday Saturday. Shifts are 8hours 5 days per week and are overtime eligible.
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from addictions such as alcoholism drug addiction eating disorders or other behavioral problems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct group and/or family sessions under supervision as scheduled and documents as required.
- Cofacilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
- May be responsible for initial assessments as well as follow up assessments for patients.
- May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
- Ensure all documentation regarding patient care treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
- May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
- Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
- May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
- May act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
- May provide case management duties for patients ensuring individualized quality care.
- Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
- Demonstrate a positive empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree in social or health services field preferred.
- Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Licensure or certification for counseling as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
- CPR and deescalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of ongoing education and training as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies changes in workload rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
Employment Type
Full-Time
