• Substance Abuse Counselor

    Amergis (Dodgeville, WI)


    POSITION SUMMARY:

    The Addiction Counselor is responsible for assessing and monitoring client behavior while in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency. In collaboration with the Clinical Director, the Addiction Counselor is responsible for documenting client behavior, group participation and counseling; caring for clients, and coordinating treatment and discharge planning. Addiction Counselors will also be providing crisis management, counseling, group therapies and education for the clients and family/significant others in therapeutic milieu setting.

     

    - 5x8 schedule 8:30am - 5:30pm

     

    - Tuesday - Saturday OR Sunday- Thursday schedule

     

    - 40 hours/week

     

    11/24 or ASAP start

     

    13 week contract with likely extension

    QUALIFICATIONS AND PREFERENCES:

    + High School Diploma

    + Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferred.

    + Valid SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC license in state of Wisconsin, or license-eligible.

    + Wisconsin State Driver’s License and ability to operate Program van.

    + Experience with education of chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.

    + Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    1. Provide assessment and participates in the treatment planning with clients and their families/significant others.

    2. Interview residents to obtain information concerning social history, treatment and other pertinent information.

    3. Observe residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.

    4. Review results of tests given by psychologists to evaluate residents’ needs.

    5. Change method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions/needs.

    6. Discuss progress toward goals with residents.

    7. Plan and administer therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy.

    8. Complete and maintain individual and group counseling notes and documentations.

    9. Develop and implement appropriate discharge planning with resident, family, and placing agency.

    10. Develop and maintain positive relationship with external customers, families and residents and employees.

    11. Assist in the coordination of services for clients.

    12. Assist and facilitate discharge planning and community outreach.

    13. Initiate, facilitate and promote on-site activities, therapeutic support and educational groups, outings and community meetings.

    14. Provide education for clients and significant others.

    15. Respond to emergencies and initiate action as required.

    16. Record significant events involving client’s activities.

    17. Respond to client complaints.

    18. Attend and participate in staff meeting and trainings.

    ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

    Knowledge: The Addiction Counselor will:

    1. Possess extensive knowledge of HIPAA.

    2. Possess experience and education in chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.

    3. Possess extensive experience with crisis management.

    Abilities: To excel in this position the Addiction Counselor should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

    1. Problem Solving – The Addiction Counselor will be able to identify and resolve problems in efficient and effective ways.

    2. Ethics – Treat clients, staff, co-workers, visitors, contractors, and guests of Wood Violet Recovery with respect and dignity; work ethically and uphold the values and standards or Wood Violet Recovery.

    3. Attendance, Punctuality, Reliability – Arrive on-site, on-time, as scheduled, consistently with a professional disposition. Ensure all work responsibilities are covered in the event of an absence or scheduled vacation.

    4. Leadership – The Addiction Counselor should be able to lead and direct with minimal supervision when necessary.

    5. Strong Character – Staying calm under pressure is essential. Having an approachable demeanor without compromising Wood Violet Recovery Standards of ethics and workmanship.

    6. Organization – Must be highly organized and efficient in managing the necessary daily client/staff demands and tasks associated with them.

    7. Flexibility – Openness to different and new ways of doing things; willingness to modify one's preferred way of doing things

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.