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The LCADA Way Addiction Counselor-5 Day IOP in Lorain, Ohio
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We are currently recruiting for an Day Treatment Addiction Counselor to work at our Women's facility in Lorain.
Summary:
The Day Treatment Addiction Counselor is responsible for routine duties of an Addiction Counselor, including, but not limited to screening, assessment, treatment planning, education, referral and documentation.
Essential Functions:
Delivery of clinical services including individual counseling, group counseling, family counseling, intensive outpatient services, requesting urinalysis, non-medical community residential services, consultation, referral and information, intervention, hotline, training, outreach, crisis intervention, case management and adjunctive alcohol and drug services. Assessment and treatment planning including assessment of client's strengths and weaknesses, developing treatment plans to prioritize and address identified problems, examining alternative solutions and developing plans of action.
Day Treatment Program includes 5 days per week of Intensive Outpatient (IOP) group services. Position is also responsible for coordination and on-going communication with the staff and representatives of Residential and Recovery Housing programs.
Oversight of each case assigned to caseload. Orienting the client to the program, clinical reviews and clinical staffing, discharge planning and completion of daily progress notes. Engaging the family of each client in the family treatment program. Delivery of program components as assigned. Weekly contact with referral sources for clients assigned to caseload. Completion of all CQI data collection and implementation of all CQI corrective actions as assigned. Monthly participation in the Utilization Review and Peer Review programs. Other duties as assigned.
General Requirements:
Must adhere to the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board's Chemical Dependency Code of Ethics, demonstrate an understanding of addiction as an illness, and have three years of treatment or recovery experience. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills required. Must have the ability to effectively work with agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.
Educational Requirements:
Associate Degree or substantial progress towards Associate Degree with emphasis on Addictions Treatment and Prevention or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred.
Certification Requirements:
LCDCII, LPC, LSW or higher credential required. CDCA credential with eligibility to upgrade licensure within 6 months of employment may be considered dependent upon experience.
*Amount of Travel: *Minimal, mostly confined to local travel.
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 1st shift (days).
Salary Range: Salary commensurate with licensure and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace.
Benefits Package for Full-Time Employees Includes:
Medical Insurance with Prescription Benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company sponsored Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with Debit Cards
Company funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
403(b) Retirement Plan
$40,000 Term Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance available
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement Program
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