• Inpatient Psychiatry Addictions Counselor

    University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA)


    The Addictions Counselor will provide individual and group counseling/therapy, recovery support, alcohol and other drug (AOD) assessment/counseling, harm reduction education, and clinical consultation. Co-occurring mental health concerns may also be addressed as part of this role.

    This position will require:

    + ADO assessment,

    + diagnostic and ASAM evaluations,

    + brief treatment (individual, couple or group therapy),

    + Psychoeducational groups with addictions as a focus

    + Participation in clinical supervision and consultation.

    + Works collaboratively with psychiatric team

    + Participates in interdisciplinary Meetings and Treatment planning

    + Responsible for creating, coordinating and supporting an integrated addictions recovery and support program for identified patients of 5 East.

    + Documents patient care according to professional standards and departmental guidelines.

    + Actively participates in quality improvement, program development and professional growth activities.

    + Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.

    + Performs unit support activities as needed and directed by manager or designee.

    + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

     

    Position Compensation Range: $43,888.00 - $68,036.80 Annual

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

     

    Experience: Three-five years of experience working with clients in recovery from substance use disorders and/or

     

    substance use counseling

     

    Licensure: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification or Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC).

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Job requires frequently bending/stooping/walking. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

     

    _The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._