Substance Abuse Counselor; Residential

Job Title:

Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC)

Exempt

Clinical Director

Radix Recovery

The Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) at Radix Recovery plays a crucial role in providing high-quality counseling services while maintaining open communication with facility staff, attending clinicians, physicians, clients, and their families. This position involves serving as a liaison with community agencies and vendors to enhance support services. The SAC is responsible for guiding the patient through the therapeutic environment in a compassionate and caring manner, which can include providing intake assistance, facilitating, individual and group therapy sessions, treatment planning, and other clinical areas of concern.

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial intakes and clinical assessments for clients within established time frames to gather essential information for effective treatment.
• Collaborate with clients and interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement, and regularly evaluate master treatment plans, making adjustments based on ongoing assessments and clinical findings to ensure optimal care.

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions aimed at helping clients overcome dependencies, adapt to life changes, and achieve personal goals, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
• Offer guidance and support to family members, helping them understand the challenges faced by clients and equipping them with strategies to provide effective support.

• Oversee comprehensive case management for clients, which includes facilitating referrals to adjunct services, coordinating care with community resources, and ensuring continuity of treatment through regular follow-ups and communication.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all client interactions, treatment activities, and case management efforts in medical records daily, adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.

• Actively collaborate with clinical staff and other professionals to enhance treatment planning and delivery, participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and programmatic issues.

• Employ de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution strategies to effectively address client concerns and manage crises, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all clients and staff.
• Perform risk assessments to identify suicidal ideation, self-harm, homicidality, and co-occurring mental health disorders, implement interventions such as safety planning and crisis referrals, collaborate with mental health professionals, and provide suicide prevention education.

• Complete all assigned paperwork, including incident reports and treatment documentation, in a timely, organized, and accurate manner to support compliance and quality assurance efforts.

• Participate in maintaining a clean, well-organized, and efficiently supplied work environment, contributing to a positive atmosphere for both clients and staff.
• Observe and report any safety or maintenance issues promptly to ensure a safe and functional workplace.

• Interact with clients and colleagues in a respectful and empathetic manner, maintaining professional boundaries and a demeanor that fosters trust and rapport.
• Uphold the privacy and confidentiality of all client information in accordance with federal and state laws, actively reporting any concerns regarding privacy violations or policy breaches to supervisors.

• Engage in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices in substance abuse treatment and mental health care.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and objective of the organization, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to client-centered care.

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• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC or tCADC) is required, higher (e.g., IADC, IAADC, LMHC, LISW, LMFT) certification or license in the State of Iowa is preferred.
• Associate degree (or tCADC, currently pursuing an Associate degree) in human services, psychology, social work, or a related field required OR three or more years of experience working as a Substance Abuse/Use Counselor may be considered as a substitute for an Associate degree. Bachelor's or master’s preferred.