Substance Use Specialist Job Plainview Tennessee USA,Healthcare

Location: Plainview

JOB DEFINITION:

Work with the CN Guidance FACT Team to deliver services to those individuals who are diagnosed with severe mental illness and whose needs have not been met by more traditional service delivery approaches.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

A Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field. Licensure with the NYS Education Department in a specific field is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Current New York State Driver's License
Clean DMV Record
Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance

EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

Two years' experience working with the chronically mentally ill (Masters level) recommended. Three years' experience working with the chronically mentally ill (Bachelor's level) recommended. Competency in substance abuse, family support, or vocational rehabilitation must be demonstrated by at least one year of training and/or experience in integrated mental health and substance abuse assessment and treatment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform routine team duties, and have lead responsibility for integrating dual-recovery treatment, family support or vocational/employment training with the tasks of other team members.

Responsible for providing Assessment and Service Planning, Quality Assurance and Improvement Processes, Utilization Review, incident reporting and coordination between Forensic ACT and other systems.

Engage in performing assessments, case management, handling crisis intervention, and discharge planning.

Maintains case records and completing documentation on time and in a matter in compliance with federal, state and agency regulations.

Provides direct, Telehealth, face-to-face and/or collateral services to recipients either in the Forensic ACT Office or in the community in places and situations where problems arise.

Will work a 35-hour work week, including responsibility for periodic pager coverage to be arranged in advance with the Program Director or Supervisor as needed.

Assists recipients in developing appropriate expectations from treatment.

Strengthens the ability of the recipient to understand and utilize therapy and find resources after treatment has ended through proper discharge planning and termination process.

Exchanges information with other agencies that benefits the recipient, or ensures compliance with regulations and coordination of services.

Utilizes and understand the value of supervision, which increases practice skills, promotes better services for the recipient and preserves accountability to the Agency.

Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress.

Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.

Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.

Health and Safety Awareness:
Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.

Other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS:

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

Medical
Dental
Vision
$0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
Flexible Spending Account
403(b) retirement plan
Long Term and Short Term Disability
Legal Plan
Dependent Care Expense Account
Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
HRA
Training programs including a Mentorship program
Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Career growth and Promotional opportunities
Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more

5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more.

CN Guidance & Counseling Services inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.

It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

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