RS - Counselor III, Recovery Services; On-Call

RS - Counselor III, Recovery Services (On-Call)

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Asian Counseling & Referral Service (ACRS) has been working toward social justice since 1973, offering behavioral health programs, human services, and civic engagement activities for Asians, Pacific Islanders, and other underserved communities in King County and beyond. Our mission is to promote the health and well‑being of A&NH/PIs and other communities by providing and advocating for responsive community‑based services. Our vision is Hope, Opportunity, and Voice for All.

Core values include: rooted in social justice history, client‑centered practice, essential belonging, and compassion.

An on‑call Counselor III – Recovery Services (On‑Call) provides as‑needed advanced counseling and case management services to support continuity of care within Recovery Services. This senior‑level role ensures high‑quality, culturally humble, and trauma‑informed care for Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities while serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. Key responsibilities include clinical coverage, crisis response, team support, and maintaining program standards.

• Provide integrated and holistic services to clients based on recovery principles, complying with state, county, and city standards.
• Coordinate with agencies, organizations, and natural supports on client evaluation, care plans, and follow‑up to meet state and agency requirements.
• Prepare concise, complete progress notes and program documentation required by Medicaid and other third‑party payors in a timely manner.
• Participate in agency‑required trainings and meetings.
• Assist with clinical questions when the manager/supervisor is unavailable, and provide coaching/guidance to staff per agency policies.
• Serve as supervisory coverage in the absence of the supervisor and direct personnel‑related inquiries to HR.
• Offer team backup for case coverage and group facilitation when staff are out of the office, and assist with training new staff or interns.

• Hourly pay: $35.95 to $39.99, with potential increases after 6 months.
• Free on‑site parking at the main office.
• Accrue 1‑hour sick leave per 30 hours worked; available after 60 days of employment.
• Employee assistance program included.

• Education and Experience
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  • Master’s degree in social work or social/behavioral science with 2+ years post‑SUDP experience, or
  • Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years post‑SUDP experience, or
  • Associate’s degree with 6+ years post‑SUDP experience.
  • Active Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) certification.
• Cultural Humility
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  • Provide effective and respectful care responsive to diverse cultural beliefs and practices.
  • Fluency in Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander language.
• Knowledge and Skills
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  • Work effectively as a team member and apply casework principles; manage multiple tasks with sound judgment.
  • Advanced understanding of trauma‑informed care and evidence‑based practices in substance use disorder treatment.
  • Proficiency in ASAM, DSM‑5, ICD‑10 for diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Strong understanding of agency policy and procedure compliance.
• Technical Skills
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  • Competent use of Microsoft Office, calendaring, e‑mail, and data entry; efficient internet research skills.
• Additional Requirements
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  • Reliable transportation and current driver’s license; vehicle must be insurable under agency auto policy.
  • Follow all agency policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Regular mobility within the office, occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, and moderate noise level. On‑site only.

Asian Counseling and Referral Service – Main Office

Asian Counseling and Referral Service is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service 711. ACRS does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of a service animal, military or veteran status.

Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those individuals requiring accommodation should notify ACRS in advance. ACRS is a Tobacco‑Free Campus.