Job Purpose & Position Overview The Community Recovery Counselor/Sober Living & Unsheltered Relatives Manager provides clinical substance use counseling while directing the daily operations of the Sober Living and Unsheltered Relatives programs. The position integrates evidence-based treatment, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, housing stabilization, recovery support, and Indigenous healing practices to support long-term wellness.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Must be familiar with the Recovery program organization, philosophy, function, responsibilities and policies. May carry an active client caseload and applies therapeutic strategies that will motivate and redirect the behavior of chemically dependent individuals. This includes intake and assessment; treatment planning; treatment; progress reviews discharge; and follow-up. May provide therapeutic activities (individual, group, family and marital therapy) independently addressing complex issues regarding patient care and resolving conflict/problems. Provide crisis intervention, relapse prevention, and recovery planning. Supervise daily operations of the Sober Living and Unsheltered Relatives programs. Supervise assigned staff, peer recovery coaches, and technicians. Coordinate resident admissions, discharges, wellness checks, and recovery plans. Oversee house operations, safety, sobriety monitoring, and quality improvement. Coordinate outreach, housing stabilization, and referrals for unsheltered relatives. Collaborate with Tribal Court, Human Services, Twelve Clans Unity Hospital, Housing, and community partners. Integrate Indigenous cultural practices, Elders, ceremonies, and traditional healing into recovery services. Prepare monthly reports, performance measures, and grant documentation. May documents all aspects of client care including observations, treatments provided and client responses to treatment and other treatment recommendations. May develop comprehensive aftercare plans with specific recommendations that will facilitate the on-going process of recovery and address the comprehensive needs of the clients. Monitor record keeping procedures to ensure full compliance with Federal rules and regulations governing client confidentiality. (42CFR) Complete timely and efficient documentation of client care that is in full compliance with Nebraska State Standards of Care. Develops working relationships with inpatient treatment facilities and detox centers and be knowledgeable of their application and intake procedures. May accurately completes Recovery clinical records recording system and State of Nebraska forms on each client assigned. Administer computer generated assessment tools, i.e. ASI, SASSI, and PEI, conducting chemical involvement problem severity and psychosocial evaluations for individuals referred to the program. Maybe include facility oversight, such as coordinating maintenance, safety, and improvement projects. Also might need to respond to after-hours emergencies when needed.

Qualifications/Skills:

Preference will be for a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or a Certified Provisional Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor and working towards becoming a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor. This position can have no experience, but is willing to sign up for classes and be successfully enrolled to obtain a Provisional Drug and Alcohol License. Must have supervisor experience. A pre-employment drug test will be required. Professional knowledge of established counseling concepts, principles, practices, methods and techniques necessary to administer a bio-psychosocial and spiritual treatment approach. Must have working knowledge and understanding of principles of 12 step self-help groups; ie, Alcoholic Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and Al-anon. Must be knowledgeable of the disease concept of substance abuse and possess a thorough understanding of substance abuse as it pertains to Native Americans. A Valid Driver's License is preferred. Must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality regarding clients and program records. Must possess good verbal and written skills and be able to communicate ideas and concepts adequately. Must be able to exercise independent judgment and initiative and have the ability to delegate and motivate. Be willing to work evenings and weekends when requested. Must be a team player and have a positive attitude. Public Health Core Competencies for this Position Public Health Sciences Describes the scientific foundation of the field of public health. Analysis and Assessment Apply ethical data principles. Leadership and Systems Thinking Contributes to continuous improvement of individual, program and organizational performance. Participate in and/or provides opportunities for professional development opportunities. Contributes to continuous improvement of individual, program and organizational performance. Communication and Cultural Competency Communicate the roles of governmental public health and public health stakeholders as well as information to influence behavior and improve public health. Gather input from and facilitate communication among indivduals, groups, organizations and local government to improve community health. Financial Planning and Management Establishes teams for the purpose of achieving program and organizational goals. Motivates personnel for the purpose of achieving program and organization goals.

Training Requirements:

N/A Physical Requirements:

Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs. Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.

Cognitive Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating Above average social interaction skills Reasoning/Analysis Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team Works with minimal to no supervision

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently. Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:

All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and

PL 101-637

regarding criminal records check. WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31 C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and comply with PL 101-630 and

PL 101-637

regarding criminal records check. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American and Veteran applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation/identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. WCHS participates in E-Verify.