Substance Use Disorder Therapist - Salem Detox

Salary Rate $61,901.69/yr. - $79,848.88/yr.

Job Summary:

Provides behavioral health counseling services in the context of a withdrawal management program. Responsible for admissions, and discharges with a focus on brief interventions to support stabilization and transition to the next level of care once medical stability has been achieved. Works within the medical model to provide trauma informed insight and support for patients entering into withdrawal management program. Performs intake, assessment, referral, record keeping, and transition plans for all patients admitted to the withdrawal management program.

Essential Functions:

• Determines eligibility, acceptance, and placement for individual(s) with substance use issues by performing intake and assessments, completing an ASAM criteria assessment.
• Develops treatment plans that are driven by the patient and encompass change management practices including the use of motivational interviewing. Assists patients in creating treatment plans, monitors treatment plan progress, and maintains progress notes. Brief interventions to support next level for care.
• Provides case management assessment of individual needs, makes referrals for services when appropriate, completes chart forms and documentation.
• Provides counseling and alcohol/drug education to program participants, including individual counseling, group counseling, family counseling/family unity meetings, and relapse prevention/crisis intervention.
• Consults with community resources and outside agencies such as community corrections, courts, probation officers, Social Security Administration, Department of Human Services.
• Makes court appearances and provides testimony consistent with confidentiality obligations when requested by the Tribe.
• Provides written status reports to probation officers, courts, and referents.
• Participates on a multiple-disciplinary team including mental health staff to ensure that patients are engaging in treatment and making necessary progress towards their recovery goals.
• Understands the role of MAT, and incorporating random UA’s into recovery.
• Participates in regular team meetings and continual process improvement to support patients.
• Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Experience, and Licenses:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of experience, effectively collaborating with fellow behavioral health clinicians and other health care professionals preferred.
• OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• MHACBO education and certification requirements apply to all candidates considered for this position.

Driving Requirements:

• Must maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license or obtain one upon hire, qualify for the Tribe’s vehicle insurance, and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.

Qualifications,Registrations, and Certifications:

• Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC-I, II, or III).
• Requires two (2) years abstinence from alcohol and chemical dependency (if recovering person).
• Adherences to the organization’s policies and procedures covering the privacy, access, and patient health information in compliance with Federal and state laws and the healthcare organization’s information privacy practices.
• Must have a working knowledge of the Privacy Act/HIPPA and its applications.
• CPR /First Aid certified required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire. Must maintain throughout employment.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must respect all others regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or income level.
• Must possess a strong knowledge base of medications to aid in the recovery process.
• Requires working knowledge and proficiency in use of office equipment and computer software such as Microsoft products.
• Must have the ability to resolve conflict while utilizing conflict management philosophies.
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, business and telephone etiquette.
• Must have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and record keeping skills.
• Must have ability to respond courteously and tactfully to complaints and patient requests.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) knowledge is highly desirable. Preferably with NextGen or Methasoft.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American culture required.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Continually requires the ability to express or receive detailed information or important instructions through oral communication.
• Continually requires working with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm. Requires repetitive movement of wrists, hands and/or fingers.  Often requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasks.
• Requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of time, raising objects from a lower to a higher position and/or moving objects horizontally.
• Occasionally requires lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• Supports a safe work environment by performing all duties in accordance with Tribal safety policies and procedures, and Emergency Management Plan. 

• Due to the nature of the interactions with other employees and the public we serve, employees may be required to provide documentation of, or receive, certain health vaccinations.
• May be called upon to serve as a Disaster Reservist during emergencies.
• Local travel is occasionally required. Travel outside of the state is infrequently required.

 Background Check:

• Candidates for this position will be subject to criminal and character background checks and may be subject to fingerprinting.