Job Details

Description

Department: Women's Way/ Outpatient Treatment Services

Position: Continuum Counselor

Reports to: Clinical Director

Status: Full Time, Part time

Schedule: Flexible

JOB SUMMARY: The primary role of the Continuum Counselor is to provide direct substance abuse treatment counseling services, including treatment planning, individualized support, and facilitation across the continuum of services at FTS. The goal is to ensure positive treatment outcomes and smooth transitions between levels of care.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in a behavioral health discipline preferred and/or CSAC required. If no CSAC, then there needs to be a plan for obtaining CSAC within one year. Preference for a minimum of two years' experience in a residential substance use treatment facility and/or supervisory or managerial role in substance use treatment. Personal vehicle and valid Hawaii State driver license required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Develop clinically appropriate treatment plans with assigned clients and revise as scheduled.
2. Provide individual substance abuse counseling, group therapy, family counseling, and case management services as assigned.
3. Provide classes and psycho-educational groups related to addiction, relapse prevention, family issues, women's issues, and/or other appropriate topics.
4. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records for each assigned resident, noting significant problems and progress (using the WITS system).
5. Prepare written reports and correspondence related to case management in a professional and timely manner.
6. Provide ongoing written or verbal communication to other program staff or referral agencies related to client needs or concerns to ensure coordination of services.
7. Participate in treatment teams across the continuum of services at FTS in accordance with assigned clients.
8. Work closely with Clinical Supervisor to support positive structures, procedures, policies, and training across the treatment continuum and for the treatment teams.
9. Stay updated on agency training and other relevant professional development requirements.
10. Maintain work area in a neat, orderly, and sanitary condition.
11. Follow specified agency procedures promptly and correctly for the handling of all Emergency Response Codes.
12. Maintain all credentials and certifications as specified by agency policy and procedures.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other related management duties as assigned.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Able to meet basic standards of physical, mental health, and communication demands as specified by State and/or professional accreditation standards. Compliance with initial/annual criminal background checks, pre-employment physicals, CPR/first aid, TB tests, and driver abstract policies is required.

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