Licensed Addiction Counselor JBBS

Overview

Licensed Addiction Counselor JBBS role at Corr Health

Position provides substance use disorder services to the inmate population, including formal and informal behavioral health evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and clinical interventions.

Brighton, CO

Thurs - Sat / Wed-Fri rotation, 7a-7p

• Completes intake assessments
• Serves as consultant for unit staff regarding assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Supports inmates on medication assisted treatment (MAT)
• Monitors inmate treatment and documentation to assure compliance with standards and continuity of care
• Establishes a clinical program that includes weekly individual sessions and groups
• Provides clinical direction to non-clinical staff in behavioral healthcare and treatment of inmates
• Assures continuity of care for inmates by making appropriate referrals and providing necessary information and documentation for receiving facilities or agencies
• Provides crisis intervention
• Documents electronically in an accurate and timely manner to provide comprehensive inmate behavioral health records
• Provides direct behavioral health care to inmates
• Communicates with inmates regarding their behavioral health care, including consequences of maladaptive behavior and effects of prescribed medications
• Listens to inmate concerns and provides counseling and direction
• Advises, counsels, informs and/or guides staff within the clinical unit, facility, clinical and administrative supervisors, and outside agencies to ensure continuity
• Maintains standards of the program or work unit through compliance with applicable professional, departmental, organizational, and unit standards
• Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings and in-service training as scheduled
• Assumes additional duties as assigned

• Master's level education: MA Clinical Psych, MA Counseling, MA Social Work, or related field
• Active Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) credential; in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)
• Proficient in behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, etc.
• Experience in patient assessment and care
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with alcohol and/or drug addicted individuals and/or in the field of substance abuse counseling
• Experience providing addiction treatment to a diverse incarcerated population and highly resistive clients, in an inpatient and outpatient setting, preferred

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients
• Excellent verbal and written comprehension
• Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills; independent worker and self-starter
• Ability to use a computer and learn site-specific software programs
• Ability to safely use standard medical equipment
• Respect for the dignity and confidentiality of inmates
• Proficiency in excellent customer service

• Maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Current TB test (taken within one year)
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures and Employee Handbook
• Willing to assist coworkers and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers
• Maintain confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records in compliance with HIPAA

• Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

• Ability to remain stationary and move throughout the facility, including stairs
• Ability to position oneself in different spaces
• Ability to convey and discern information in conversation with patients
• Ability to identify objects and assess situations from various distances
• Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
• Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to risk and/or harm by inmates and must follow security rules to minimize risk.

Employee must comply with all current and future laws and regulations and with site policies, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC. Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test where applicable.