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Substance Abuse Counselor Nevada Urban Indians, Inc. Reno, NV Job Details Full-time $31.78 - $37.18 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications

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NEVADA URBAN INDIANS, INC. JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and/or Medical Office Administrator (MOA), the Substance Abuse Counselor will perform assessments, case management, prevention and education on substance abuse and relapse prevention counseling. They will perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of Indian Health Services and guidelines under the State of Nevada.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree and/or Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university in a field of social sciences, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy or a closely related academic field, must have their Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor (LADC) approved by the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have a current auto insurance if authorized to operate our company vehicle and CPR card or be able to obtain one.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs client screening to determine appropriateness of substance abuse. Conducts initial intake and comprehensive assessment of client counseling needs; provides program orientation services. Reviews personal history and/or court documents, conducting personal interview to gather pertinent information for use in identifying applicable ASAM and DSM standards. Diagnose and/or classify the client. Maintain complete, accurate and legible client records and other related documents according to established protocol and legal requirements. Maintain strict confidentiality. Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for all ages in office or designated location and document such sessions. Facilitates referrals to appropriate client services. Prepare documentation/reports to appraise the court, treatment providers and other professionals on client's progress. Maintain client statistics. Assist with coordination and planning of organized events. Participate in trainings to maintain professional credentials and trainings required/provided by Nevada Urban Indians. Host group Wellbriety. Other duties as assigned

BENEFITS

Established in 1975, we are a small nonprofit medical clinic and social services organization serving American Indians, Alaska Natives, and other underserved community members. We offer competitive wages; 15 paid holidays+2 floating holidays starting on hire; employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 60 days of employment at no cost for employees; a 403(b)-retirement plan; and paid time off beginning with 40 hours upon hire, increasing to 120 hours after one year and 160 hours after two years.

SPECIAL NOTE

Nevada Urban Indians, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to contact the agency about employment opportunities. Indian hiring preference may apply to some positions dependent upon funding agency (i.e. Title V, and Indian Health Service funded positions).

Pay:

$31.78 - $37.18 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person