Licensed Addiction Counselor Bridgehouse Topeka | Reports To: | Manager of Outpatient Counseling Services - East | Required Qualifications: | - Bachelors Degree ( B.A.) from four-year college or university
- 1-2 years related experience
- Current and unrestricted addiction counseling license from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences and Regulatory Board.
| Knowledge Skills Abilities: | - Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at time stressful environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Effective oral and written communication skills to distribute unbiased easily understood information to diverse audiences.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees and patients
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Ability to read and interpret documents
| Position Summary: | Counsels and aids individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems such as alcohol or drug abuse by performing the following duties. This position is responsible for oversight of the documentation of Kansas Certified Peer Mentors within the program. This position provides individual and group therapy to patients enrolled in the Bridgehouse Sober Living Program. | Essential Job Functions: | - Interview patients review records and confer with other professionals to evaluate condition of patient.
- Formulate treatment plan for treatment and support of patient in a sober living environment.
- Provide counseling to patients individually and in group sessions to assist patients in their journey towards recovery.
- Counsel family members to assist family in dealing with and providing support for patients.
- Counsel family members individually or in group sessions regarding the impact of addiction in their lives.
- Participate in utilization review activities as required.
- Counsel patients/family members in crisis as needed.
- Maintain contact on regular basis with referral sources and community agencies.
- Coordinate and schedule referrals for program placement.
- Maintain patients files in a site visit ready manner at all times.
- Develop discharge/transition plans and completes discharge summaries timely.
- Refer patients to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment social services and employment services.
- Monitor condition of patients to evaluate success of therapy and adapt treatment as needed.
- Prepare and maintain reports and case histories.
- Formulate and conduct programs to promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse.
- Understand and implement all TAP 21 Addiction Counseling Competencies.
- Attend weekly team meetings.
- Sign off and review Peer Mentor documentation.
- Document all notes timely in Electronic Health Record.
- Communicate regularly with payer sources in regard to authorizations for care.
- Comply with all policies and procedures related to clinical licensure.
- Other duties as assigned.
| | Based on an 8-hour day | Never | Occasionally .25 2.5 hrs daily | Frequently 2.5 5.5 hrs daily | Continuously 5.5 8 hrs daily | Sit | | | | X | Stand | | X | | | Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. | | X | | | Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs. | | X | | | Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs. | X | | | | Lift/Carry 50-100 lbs. | X | | | | Lift/Carry Over 100 lbs. | X | | | | Walk | | X | | | Drive | X | | | | Reach Above | | X | | | Bend/Stoop | | X | | | Use of hands Pushing/Pulling | | X | | | Use of hands Fine Manipulation | | | | X | Stress Level | Low | Medium | High | Extremely High | | X | | | PHI Access Level: | Level 2 This position will have regular access to patient medical information but no access to employee medical information other than his/her own. | Work Environment: | On-Site: Office environment with moderate noise level. Hybrid: Remote: | Benefits: | Competitive benefits with partial employer paid contributions for health insurance and up to 4% for retirement plans. | FLSA Classification: | Salary Exempt | Department: | Bridgehouse | Schedule: | M-F; 8 am 5 pm 40 hours | Location / Category: | On site; Salina Bridgehouse | Timeline | Open until filled. | Requirements: | Applicant will be required to pass a drug screen and background checks. |
| Licensed Addiction Counselor Bridgehouse TopekaReports To:Manager of Outpatient Counseling Services - EastRequired Qualifications:Bachelors Degree ( B.A.) from four-year college or university1-2 years related experienceCurrent and unrestricted addiction counseling license from the Kansas Behavioral...
Licensed Addiction Counselor Bridgehouse Topeka | Reports To: | Manager of Outpatient Counseling Services - East | Required Qualifications: | - Bachelors Degree ( B.A.) from four-year college or university
- 1-2 years related experience
- Current and unrestricted addiction counseling license from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences and Regulatory Board.
| Knowledge Skills Abilities: | - Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at time stressful environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Effective oral and written communication skills to distribute unbiased easily understood information to diverse audiences.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with employees and patients
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Ability to read and interpret documents
| Position Summary: | Counsels and aids individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems such as alcohol or drug abuse by performing the following duties. This position is responsible for oversight of the documentation of Kansas Certified Peer Mentors within the program. This position provides individual and group therapy to patients enrolled in the Bridgehouse Sober Living Program. | Essential Job Functions: | - Interview patients review records and confer with other professionals to evaluate condition of patient.
- Formulate treatment plan for treatment and support of patient in a sober living environment.
- Provide counseling to patients individually and in group sessions to assist patients in their journey towards recovery.
- Counsel family members to assist family in dealing with and providing support for patients.
- Counsel family members individually or in group sessions regarding the impact of addiction in their lives.
- Participate in utilization review activities as required.
- Counsel patients/family members in crisis as needed.
- Maintain contact on regular basis with referral sources and community agencies.
- Coordinate and schedule referrals for program placement.
- Maintain patients files in a site visit ready manner at all times.
- Develop discharge/transition plans and completes discharge summaries timely.
- Refer patients to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment social services and employment services.
- Monitor condition of patients to evaluate success of therapy and adapt treatment as needed.
- Prepare and maintain reports and case histories.
- Formulate and conduct programs to promote prevention of alcohol and drug abuse.
- Understand and implement all TAP 21 Addiction Counseling Competencies.
- Attend weekly team meetings.
- Sign off and review Peer Mentor documentation.
- Document all notes timely in Electronic Health Record.
- Communicate regularly with payer sources in regard to authorizations for care.
- Comply with all policies and procedures related to clinical licensure.
- Other duties as assigned.
| | Based on an 8-hour day | Never | Occasionally .25 2.5 hrs daily | Frequently 2.5 5.5 hrs daily | Continuously 5.5 8 hrs daily | Sit | | | | X | Stand | | X | | | Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. | | X | | | Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs. | | X | | | Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs. | X | | | | Lift/Carry 50-100 lbs. | X | | | | Lift/Carry Over 100 lbs. | X | | | | Walk | | X | | | Drive | X | | | | Reach Above | | X | | | Bend/Stoop | | X | | | Use of hands Pushing/Pulling | | X | | | Use of hands Fine Manipulation | | | | X | Stress Level | Low | Medium | High | Extremely High | | X | | | PHI Access Level: | Level 2 This position will have regular access to patient medical information but no access to employee medical information other than his/her own. | Work Environment: | On-Site: Office environment with moderate noise level. Hybrid: Remote: | Benefits: | Competitive benefits with partial employer paid contributions for health insurance and up to 4% for retirement plans. | FLSA Classification: | Salary Exempt | Department: | Bridgehouse | Schedule: | M-F; 8 am 5 pm 40 hours | Location / Category: | On site; Salina Bridgehouse | Timeline | Open until filled. | Requirements: | Applicant will be required to pass a drug screen and background checks. |
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09-11-2025
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