Chemical Dependency Professional Senior; TI

Keller - WA Overview Salary Range: $27.85 - $32.29 Hourly Description

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled with Bi-weekly reviews

POSITION: Chemical Dependency Professional Senior ( 2 positions)

SALARY: $27.85 - $32.29 per hour DOE

REPORTS TO: Chemical Dependency Professional Manager

LOCATION: SPTC, Keller, WA

This is a Non-Exempt position. This position requires a Chemical Dependency Professional Licensee who is knowledgeable about the nature of chemical dependency, particularly in the context of Native Americans in order to provide effective and culturally appropriate chemical dependency services to individuals and their families. Clinician must provide support services for drug/alcohol addiction, be able to understand the theories, principles and techniques of substance abuse, preventions/intervention and after care counseling and be skilled in the application of these skills in a collaborative manner with other Chemical Dependency Professionals, members of other behavioral health disciplines, and any other outside agencies and providers as needed.

Documented experience must indicate an understanding of the confidentiality of all records, materials, and communication concerning clients, including regulations promulgated by HIPAA and 45 CFR. The CDP Manager will provide supervision of clinical work completed. The Treatment Center Director is the administrative supervisor of this position. This position may provide leadership or supervision over other CDP's or other Tribal staff.

Education and Training:

• Requires an associate's degree in Substance Use Disorder or other closely related field or non-degree level training resulting in licensure or certification as a substance use disorder professional or chemical dependency professional or equivalent.
• Requires two (2+) years of experience providing addiction/substance use disorder counseling and case management services and four (4+) years of experience in the behavioral healthcare field.
• Must provide proof of degree and licensure by submitting college transcripts, diplomas, and copies of active licenses. If not yet licensed, must be eligible for and able to obtain a license within 90 days of employment.
• Requires a valid driver's license and to be eligible for Tribal Insurance and maintain clearance throughout employment. Licensed by the State of Washington under Chapter 18.205 RCW as a SUDP or SUDPT or a Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP) or by any similar state or U.S. jurisdiction with a scope of practice that includes the independent provision of chemical dependency treatment services.
• If not yet licensed, must be eligible for and able to obtain a license within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess or obtain First Aid and CPR Training within 90 days of employment.
• Must complete the HIV/AIDS and blood borne pathogen training within 90 days of employment.
• Must provide verification of TB test or X- ray, with negative results, prior to employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires professional experience or personal background that demonstrates a firm understanding of Native American traditions and customs, and cultural awareness as they relate to effective treatment delivery.
• Requires knowledgeable of chemical dependency treatment modalities, services, and best practices.
• Requires a willingness to use additional counseling tools resulting from continued professional development.
• Requires an understanding of electronic health record systems and their appropriate use in a chemical dependency treatment setting.
• Requires creative problem solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Requires experience meeting programmatic clinical deadlines.
• Requires a high degree of organizational skill.
• Requires knowledge of and commitment to adhere to the professional code of ethics for the profession of chemical dependency treatment provider, especially as it pertains to confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  Requires excellent writing skills, case management skills, and commitment strong clinical documentation.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills
• Requires the ability to practice counselor interview techniques and skills, including motivational interviewing.
• Requires the ability to safeguard confidential information and an understanding of the ramifications for breaching confidence.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively in writing in the preparation of reports, case summaries, and correspondence in an intelligible, clear and concise manner.
• Requires the ability to effectively make diagnoses and clinical judgments and apply intervention techniques when dealing with the elderly and family dynamics issues.
• Must demonstrate the ability to complete all required documentation in a professional manner.
• Requires the ability to establish workload priorities and to manage caseloads in an efficient, organized and timely manner.
• Requires the ability to assess the clients' immediate needs and ensure…