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Form of work Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery? Are you interested in providing life-saving interventions? Do you thrive in a collaborative treatment team environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!Marion County Health and Human Services is currently seeking an assessment counselor to join our Addiction Treatment Services team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize the ASAM Criteria to conduct person-centered, substance use disorder assessments for individuals in a trauma-informed care environment.
We take pride in offering a comprehensive range of individualized substance use disorder treatments, including ASAM assessments, individual and group therapy, and recovery peer support. Our dedicated team members are deeply committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment where all individuals can access high-quality health and human services and are supported in achieving their highest level of health.If you are seeking a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.
Join us at Marion County Health and Human Services and become an integral part of a team dedicated to transforming lives and fostering wellness in our community.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Perform counseling and case management functions for persons served and their families. Prepare and maintain service records.
Primary responsibility of this class is addiction counseling and case management. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Work under supervision of a Clinical Supervisor, or designee, who assigns work, establishes goals and reviews results obtained for overall effectiveness. Works within a team and collaborates with other team members.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of others in not a responsibility of positions in this classification.Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following Provide Addiction Treatment services in an outpatient setting servicing adults and their families. Facilitate and/or co-facilitate individual and group services, while creating and maintaining a caring and supportive environment.
Perform substance testing through the use of breathalyzers, urine and/or oral tests. Conduct assessments and determine the level of care and placement most appropriate for the clients. Work collaboratively with clients to develop service plans.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical records in accordance with federal, state, county, and treatment program expectations. Coordinate services with community partners to provide holistic care.Participate fully as a member of the Addiction Treatment team.
Strive to be a supportive, reliable, positive, and professional team member during the development of client treatment planning, clinical team meetings, client crisis interventions, and in other staff meetings.Collaborate with team members in the development, coordination, and presentations of community educational programs, outreach, and recovery activities. Occasionally support individuals by accompanying and transporting them to appointments (ie, court, DHS meetings, etc.).
Perform other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.Response Level 2: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties.
Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training. Requirements for the PositionEXPERIENCE AND TRAININGMust possess, or obtain within six (6) months of hire, a current MHACBO (Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon) CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or higher.
The CADC I certification requires education, supervised experience hours and successful completion of a written examination. See MHACBO website for requirements.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSMust possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.
Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).This assignment is represented by a union.This is a Full time position, which is eligible for overtime.
Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday with variable hours depending upon the needs of the department and program.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESWorking knowledge of the general concepts of substance use and mental health disorders; knowledge about community resources.Skills and abilities: delivery of addiction counseling and evaluation and individual, group, and family counseling techniques; making referrals for persons experiencing domestic violence, crisis, mental health challenges, etc.
; keeping privileged information confidential; establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with other employees, persons served and their families, other agencies, and the public; following directions in a professional manner; preparing documentation of services in a timely and professional manner.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOperates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts and carries up to 10 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear & audible voice; distinguishes colors; hears a normal speech level; uses Universal Precautions as required when dealing with any hazardous situations of coming into contact with clients' body fluids.
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits. Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA).
For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.
Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.PandoLogic.
Category: Social Services, Keywords: Addiction Counselor.
We take pride in offering a comprehensive range of individualized substance use disorder treatments, including ASAM assessments, individual and group therapy, and recovery peer support. Our dedicated team members are deeply committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment where all individuals can access high-quality health and human services and are supported in achieving their highest level of health.If you are seeking a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.
Join us at Marion County Health and Human Services and become an integral part of a team dedicated to transforming lives and fostering wellness in our community.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Perform counseling and case management functions for persons served and their families. Prepare and maintain service records.
Primary responsibility of this class is addiction counseling and case management. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Work under supervision of a Clinical Supervisor, or designee, who assigns work, establishes goals and reviews results obtained for overall effectiveness. Works within a team and collaborates with other team members.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of others in not a responsibility of positions in this classification.Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following Provide Addiction Treatment services in an outpatient setting servicing adults and their families. Facilitate and/or co-facilitate individual and group services, while creating and maintaining a caring and supportive environment.
Perform substance testing through the use of breathalyzers, urine and/or oral tests. Conduct assessments and determine the level of care and placement most appropriate for the clients. Work collaboratively with clients to develop service plans.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical records in accordance with federal, state, county, and treatment program expectations. Coordinate services with community partners to provide holistic care.Participate fully as a member of the Addiction Treatment team.
Strive to be a supportive, reliable, positive, and professional team member during the development of client treatment planning, clinical team meetings, client crisis interventions, and in other staff meetings.Collaborate with team members in the development, coordination, and presentations of community educational programs, outreach, and recovery activities. Occasionally support individuals by accompanying and transporting them to appointments (ie, court, DHS meetings, etc.).
Perform other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.Response Level 2: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties.
Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training. Requirements for the PositionEXPERIENCE AND TRAININGMust possess, or obtain within six (6) months of hire, a current MHACBO (Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon) CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or higher.
The CADC I certification requires education, supervised experience hours and successful completion of a written examination. See MHACBO website for requirements.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSMust possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.
Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).This assignment is represented by a union.This is a Full time position, which is eligible for overtime.
Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday with variable hours depending upon the needs of the department and program.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESWorking knowledge of the general concepts of substance use and mental health disorders; knowledge about community resources.Skills and abilities: delivery of addiction counseling and evaluation and individual, group, and family counseling techniques; making referrals for persons experiencing domestic violence, crisis, mental health challenges, etc.
; keeping privileged information confidential; establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with other employees, persons served and their families, other agencies, and the public; following directions in a professional manner; preparing documentation of services in a timely and professional manner.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOperates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts and carries up to 10 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear & audible voice; distinguishes colors; hears a normal speech level; uses Universal Precautions as required when dealing with any hazardous situations of coming into contact with clients' body fluids.
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits. Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA).
For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.
Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.PandoLogic.
Category: Social Services, Keywords: Addiction Counselor.
