Counselor - Chemical Dependency

Job Title:

Counselor -

Chemical Dependency Location:

Brasstown, NC Shift:

8x5 Days, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM, 40hrs a week

Job Description:

Prepare and maintain accurate and timely patient files. Coordinate care of assigned patients and present patient status and concerns with treatment team accordingly. Conducts comprehensive patient assessments and the development and implementation of patient treatment plans according to State OTP regulations. Provide clinical services and patient care and education and opiate addiction counseling services to patients receiving methadone maintenance and detoxification treatment.

Requirements:

Required/Maintained State Certification/Licensure or be in the process of obtaining Certification/License for NC LCAS are accepted Experience working with an opiate-addicted population Current certification in CPR and First Aid preferred. Skilled in conducting assessments, utilization of ASI criteria for appropriate patient placement, treatment plan development and implementation, service coordination, and crisis intervention Knowledge of local community drug trends, the effects on the body and cognitive functioning of drugs of abuse, signs and symptoms of narcotic overdose, psychosocial implications of addictive disease, the process of addiction and treatment, social service, economic, legal, and medical systems, HIV transmission, health, behavioral, and emotional implications of addiction.

Pay:

$2,150.00 - $2,200.00 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Experience:

Certified Addiction Specialist:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

LCAS (Required) CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location:

On the road