Addictions Counselor, Recovery Center Inpatient, Full-time
Company: St. Luke's University Health Network
Location: Sellersville
Posted on: June 22, 2022
Job Description:
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of
its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable
asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to
satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering
commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured;
educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and
improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a
patient's ability to pay for health care.Under the direct
supervision of the Director of Operations, serves as a counselor
for the Residential SUD treatment programs. Plans, coordinates, and
provides therapeutic and case management services for residential
clients and their families.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment,
knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate
to the age of the patient treated.
- Completes biopsychosocial evaluations and comprehensive
treatment plans with assigned clients according to agency policy,
DOH and DDAP standards. Provides individual, group, family and
other therapies within the philosophy and policies of the
program.
- Provides case management for clients as assigned.
- Develops aftercare plans for and with clients to facilitate
their long-term recovery from addictions or dependence.
- Facilitates individual and group counseling sessions with
clients and/or family members according to established therapeutic
practices and program policy.
- Conducts assessments and makes level of care recommendations
based on ASAM criteria.
- Participates in program and treatment activities as a member of
the treatment team, including participation in multidisciplinary
rounds and staff meetings.
- Completes all paperwork, client documentation, correspondence
and progress notes and follow-up documents as part of the treatment
process.
- Participates in staff development activities to maintain
certification and/or competence in the field. PHYSICIAL AND SENSORY
REQUIREMENTS:Sitting for up to 6 hours per day, 1 hour at a time;
standing for up to 2 hours per day, 1 hour at a time; walking for
up to 2 hours per day, 20 minutes at a time. Frequently uses hands
and fingers to write, hold charts and turn pages, occasionally for
grasping, twisting or turning. Frequently uses upper extremities to
lift and carry up to 10 pounds. Occasionally squats, and reaches
above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation
in person or by telephone. Seeing as it relates to general vision,
near vision, color vision and peripheral vision. EDUCATION:Minimum
of a Bachelor's Degree in related field with 1 year clinical
experience. Master's Degree preferred. Must be eligible to be
licensed or certified within 3 years of hire. TRAINING AND
EXPERIENCE:One year of clinical experience providing care to
patients with Substance Use Disorders / Mental Illness. - Previous
experience in discharge planning and case management models
preferred. WORK SCHEDULE:Hours for this position are Tuesday -
Saturday 8am - 4:30pmPlease complete your application using your
full legal name and -current home address. -Be sure to -include
-employment history for -the past seven (7) years, including your
present employer. - Additionally, you are -encouraged to upload a
current resume, including all work history, education, and/or
certifications and -licenses, if applicable. -It is highly
recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of
submitting your first application. -Thank you for your interest in
St. Luke's!!
Keywords: St. Luke's University Health Network, Bethlehem , Addictions Counselor, Recovery Center Inpatient, Full-time, Other , Sellersville, Pennsylvania
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