Oriana House, Inc.

POSITION TITLE: Chemical Dependency Treatment Counselor

STATUS: Full-Time

LOCATION: Akron, Ohio

RESPONSIBILITIES: Through individual and group counseling, assists clients in mobilizing their resources so they can participate in the exploration of a problem and its ramifications. Considers clients' attitudes and feelings and develops alternative solutions to support informed decision making.

Qualifications, benefits, and starting rate listed below.  

Essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Prepares and maintains a confidential, accurate, organized, and updated case file for each assigned client. Adheres to documentation deadlines as outlined in the Treatment Training Manual.
• Complies with documentation requirements as outlined in program policies and procedures for activities (eg, assessments, treatment plans, treatment procedures, and discharge summaries) and in the preparation of required reports.
• Determines a client's appropriateness for services using the DSM-IV/V-TR/ICD 10 criteria for substance abuse and/or dependence.
• Assists with intake documentation as necessary (eg, consent for treatment, consents to release information, initial assessment, etc.) and maintains this information in the case file.
• Effectively orients clients to the facility as needed by explaining issues including, but not limited to: rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours of service availability, clients' rights and the grievance procedure, and costs for which they may be responsible.
• Uses the appropriate forms and instrumentation to assess clients' strengths and weaknesses. Develops, with the clients' participation, treatment plans to address identified problems.
• With clients, ranks problems identified in the assessment process, establishes immediate and long term goals, and determines the treatment process and resources to be utilized.
• Identifies and explores problems and their ramifications with attention to the clients' associated attitudes and feelings. With the clients' participation, examines alternative solutions and develops plans of action.
• Coordinates the delivery of service provisions and acts as an advocate in accessing other needed services.
• Identifies and responds to crises that may negatively impact treatment and where possible, uses the negative events to enhance treatment efforts. Becomes proficient in and adheres to the Agency's treatment philosophy which incorporates CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), Contingency Management, and self-help meetings. Becomes proficient in the delivery of the approved curriculums and maintains the integrity and fidelity of the approved curriculum.
• Maintains familiarity with community resources and their limitations, the procedures for making referrals, and the confidentiality requirements inherent to the referral process so that community resources are used to benefit clients.
• Recognizes the need for case consultation by adhering to continued supervision including, but not limited to: case reviews, group supervision, individual case reviews, teach backs, role plays, and unsuccessful case reviews. Maintains contact with referring professionals and seeks assistance in matters that exceed the Counselor's level of expertise and/or scope of practice.
• If credentials permit, signs off on treatment plans and assessments for staff that are in a training status.
• Identifies program needs and suggests improvements to the Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Administrator, and/or Clinical Director.
• Acts as a resource to team members.
• Assists the Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Administrator, and/or Clinical Director in managing staffing adjustments.
• Effectively acts as a representative of the Agency at court and community proceedings.
• Manages time and organizes work demands appropriately.
• Maintains ability to type/use computer and all programs implemented by the Agency including but not limited to those maintaining electronic health records.
• Navigates Internet effectively to search for accurate criminal history of clients for verifications.
• Continues professional training and stays current in professional development.
• Maintains licensure and/or certification required for job assignment.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• ANTHEM PPO plus prescription card
• $20,000 TERM-LIFE INSURANCE POLICY
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE (60% of lost income on 91st day of disability).
• VACATION HOURS - 80 hours (10 days) per year (accrue at rate of 6.72 hours per month) to a maximum of 600 hours.
• PERSONAL-SICK HOURS - 80 hours (10 days) per year (accrue at a rate of 6.72 hours per month) to a maximum of 400 hours (50 days).
• HOSPITAL HOURS - 96 hours (12 days) per year (accrue at a rate of 8 hours per month) to a maximum of 288 hours.
• HOLIDAYS - eight paid holidays
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM (must be employed for one year).
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• RETIREMENT PLAN 403(b)
• DENTAL PLAN (Employee paid)
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS (FSA)
• DISCOUNTED MEMBERSHIPS TO PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree and CDCA licensure required. LCDCII, LCDCIII, LSW, or PC licensure preferred. Maintains the required licensure/certification in good standing. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with regulations governing the disclosure of client information and storage of client records required. Must be willing to adhere to the Counselor's Code of Ethics and demonstrate a positive attitude regarding the disease concept of addiction. Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

STARTING RATE: $13.00 - $19.00/hour (or higher based on degree/licensure) 

How to apply:

1. E-mail a resume to McKenzieMAstey@orianahouse.org  OR

2. Fax a resume to:  (330) 996-2233, attention Human Resources Department; OR

3. Complete a job application at 885 East Buchtel Avenue, Akron, OH  44305 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)

Oriana House Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace.