Substance Use Disorder Counselor II Valley Recovery Resources Modesto, CA Job Details Full-time 9 hours ago Qualifications Patient treatment planning Behavioral observation Behavior management Recreation therapy Patient follow-up care Patient progress tracking Client assessment in therapy Individual crisis management Interviewing clients Program development Intake Substance use treatment centers Group facilitation in therapy Service scheduling Resident personal care assistance Substance abuse treatment center experience Medication pass administration Clinical case management notes Mid-level Community resource coordination in health services social work Assisting with ADLs Substance abuse counseling Team training Direct support Client referral services Mentoring Personal transportation assistance Working with families Working with individuals with mental health conditions Patient progress monitoring Full Job Description The SUD-II provides services, intake, and input for the development of diagnostic impressions in formulating treatment plans for a diverse patient/client base. This individual insures a safe, healthy environment that encourages socialization, empowerment and recovery. This experienced, journey-level position performs under supervision but with much greater independence than the SUD-I. This position is subject to overtime, weekend, holiday and shift work, standby, and callback assignments. The incumbent performs related duties as assigned.

Typical Tasks:

1. Independently leads and/or facilitates groups and individual sessions; 2. Conducts family interviews and participates in counseling activities; 3. Under proper supervision, may assist clients with and chart medications ordered by the Physician; 4. Completes intake information on patient/client; 5. Provides input for the development of diagnostic impressions; 6. Observes patient/client behavior and responds appropriately to crisis, anxiety, panic or other behavioral and physical states; 7. Assists in formulating problem/strength lists and treatment plans or formulates the treatment plans with client input, utilizing age specific considerations; 8. Encourages patients/clients to participate in social and recreational activities and provides direction; 9. Serves as a role model for patient/client in personal hygiene, appearance, and social interaction; and provides guidance to individual clients in recreational or other socializing activities; 10. Monitors client status and reports/charts findings appropriately; 11. Observes and records signs of withdrawal; and 12. Assists Clients with Assisted Daily Living and adheres to policies and procedures.

Additional Tasks:

1. Under direct supervision, may conduct initial screening interviews, schedule appointments, schedule intakes, perform intake assessments and determine the clients ability and eligibility to benefit from the recovery process; 2. Orient clients and families to program rules and expectations; 3. Develop and implement treatment plans to resolve clients problems and needs related to substance use disorders; 4. Monitor, assess and evaluate clients progress in recovery; 5. Maintain knowledge of and communicate/coordinate with community resources and referral agencies; 6. May develop and implement substance abuse education and programming; 7. Utilize case management skills, prepare case notes, records and treatment team presentations; 8. Maintain confidentiality with appropriate communication and reporting when necessary; 9. May transport clients and participate in treatment activities or programs in the community; and 10. Provide follow-up/after care substance abuse services for clients; 11. Act as a resource for, and provide training to, other substance abuse staff within the organization and in the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

PATTERN I

Two (2) years of full-time related experience (voluntary or paid) in mental health, substance abuse, or social service agency, providing direct services for patients/clients;

OR PATTERN II

The equivalent of 15 semester units of college course work from an accredited college in a behavioral science, social science and one (1) year full-time related experience (voluntary or paid) in a mental health, substance abuse, or social service agency, providing direct services for patients/clients;

OR PATTERN III

The equivalent of 30 semester units of college course work from an accredited college in a behavioral science, social science, or related field; About Valley Recovery Resources Valley Recovery Resources operates under the name Redwood Family Center. We provide detox services, substance use disorder treatment, long-term "supported" clean and sober living, and graduate homes to women and women with children seeking recovery and life transformation. We are a 501(c)(3), faith based non-profit organization, which offers women and mothers the opportunity and services necessary for a drug-free and productive future. RFC is a loving community grounded in hope, belonging, and understanding through Jesus Christ. RFC's staff, mentors, and volunteers are committed to helping clients live a joyful, meaningful, productive life of sobriety so they can thrive.