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Counselor Residential

CKF

Salina, Kansas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Addiction Counseling, Case Management, Chronic Renal Disease, Clinical Competency, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Communication Skills, Contact Management, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, File Maintenance, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Microsoft Office, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Education, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Time Management, Treatment Plan, Utilization Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Salina, Kansas
POSTED
5 days ago
Counselor - Residential
 Reports To:
Manager of Outpatient Counseling Services
Required Qualifications:
  • Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC) or
  • Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC)
  • One year addictions counseling experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Licensed Master Addictions Counselor (LMAC)
  • Two years addictions counseling experience
  • Certification by the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Strong leadership skills
  • 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
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • 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
  • Knowledge of substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and treatment modalities
  • Crisis intervention methods and de-escalation techniques
  • Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries while providing compassionate support
Position Summary:
This position provides support, therapy, and case management to individuals struggling with addiction. Their primary goal is to assess patient needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and facilitate individual or group therapy to prevent relapse and guide clients toward long-term recovery.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Interview patients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate condition of patients.
  • Formulate treatment plan for treatment and rehabilitation of patients.
  • 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.
  • Maintain contact on regular basis with referral sources.
  • Maintain patient files and keep prepared for site visits.
  • Develop discharge/transition plans and complete discharge summaries timely.
  • Coordinate and schedule referrals for program placement.
  • Monitor condition of patients to evaluate success and adapt treatment plans.
  • 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.
  • Comply with all CKF policies and procedures and related clinical licensure standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Based on an 8-hour day
  • Sit – Continuously – 5.5 – 8 hrs daily
  • Stand – Continuously – 5.5 – 8 hrs daily
  • Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. - Occasionally - .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
  • Walk - Occasionally - .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
  • Reach Above - Occasionally - .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
  • Bend/Stoop - Occasionally - .25 – 2.5 hrs daily
  • Use of hands – Fine Manipulation - Continuously – 5.5 – 8 hrs daily
  • Stress Level - High
PHI Access Level:
Level 2 – This position will have regular access to patient medical information, but no access to employee medical information.
Work Environment:
Office environment with moderate noise level. 
Benefits:
Competitive benefits with partial employer paid contributions for health insurance and up to 4% for retirement plans.
FLSA Classification:
Salary Exempt
Department:
Residential
Schedule:
M-F; 8 am – 5 pm 40 hours
Location / Category:
On site; Salina - Main
 
 
                                                                            
 

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