Addictions Counselor (AOD) BHI MercyCrest Medical Building
Addictions Counselor (AOD) BHI MercyCrest Medical Building
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Addictions Counselor provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal state and local regulations and within policies procedures and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Essential Job Functions
Co-facilitates psychoeducational and psychotherapy groups participates in family meetings and treatment team meetings.
Responsible for substance use disorder substance use disorder (SUD) group facilitation
Community resource knowledge and collaboration (peer recovery support community support groups)
Completes Individual touch base with patients and Information gathering
Completes SUD screenings SUD discharge planning post-discharge calls and Columbia-Suicide Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
Facilitates and organizes treatment planning and diagnostic assessments
Collects urine drug screenings
Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Required to have one of the following:
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) (required if employed in Virginia)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with training Supervision (LPCC-S) (preferred)
Education
Masters Counseling Expressive Art or related field (required)
Work Experience
2 years in healthcare social or human services setting. (required)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold hot dust wind etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity far
Acuity near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Skills
De-escalation
Crisis Intervention
Debriefing
Motivational interviewing
Patient Centered care
Care planning
performing medical and safety screenings
working within an interdisciplinary team
Documentation physical restraint
individual family and group counseling
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Chemical Dependency/Detox Program - Mercy MemorialIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
