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Memorial Health

ADDICTIONS THERAPIST

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What they do

A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.

$25,354 / year median in Illinois

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Min USD $29.44/Hr. Max USD $45.64/Hr. Overview Responsible to facilitate the delivery of Addictions treatment and education services to patients of all ages.

Provide education to other professionals about Substance Abuse Disorders. Serve as experts in Evidence Based Practice for Substance Abuse Disorders. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.
Hours:
PRN This is a PRN (as-needed) position intended to provide operational support and ensure continuity of care during staff absences. Coverage may be required on any weekday (Monday through Friday) during standard day shift hours, based on departmental needs.
Highlights & Benefits:
Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness Benefits -
Memorial HR Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
  • Master's degree in clinical psychology, social work, counseling or related field required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
  • Licensed social worker (LSW) or licensed professional counselor (LPC) required.
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensure preferred; but must obtain one of these licensures within two years of hire.
  • Certified drug & alcohol counselor required within one year of hire
Experience:
    N/AOther Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
    • Working knowledge of addictions and their multi-faceted impact.
    Responsibilities Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
    1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values:
      SAFETY:
      Prevent Harm - I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm.
        QUALITY:
        Improve Outcomes - I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes.
          INTEGRITY
          Show respect and Compassion - I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health.
            STEWARDSHIP
            Reduce Waste - I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities. 2. Respond to substance abuse consultation requests on adult psychiatric and medical patients. 3. Provide therapy services as indicated for patients on psychiatric and medical units. 4. Maintain regular communication with other staff and physicians regarding patients' substance use issues. 5. Attend or facilitate family sessions to provide information about individual substance use issues and to coordinate dual diagnosis treatment. 6. Develop and conduct regularly scheduled psychoeducational groups regarding substance abuse for patients receiving treatment on the inpatient unit. 7. Develop and conduct as clinically indicated structured therapy groups for identified dual diagnosis patients. 8. Make recommendations to physician and team for follow-up services. 9. Provide community and professional education regarding substance abuse and dual diagnosis issues as requested and as time permits. 10. Provide training in substance abuse and dual diagnosis for other professional staff as time permits. 11. Assist, as assigned, with public relations activities, including development of referral sources. 12. Participate in quality improvement activities, as assigned. 13. Provide evidence annually of continuing education units in the profession. 14. Demonstrates knowledge of care for older adults through accurate assessments, treatment and effective implementation of interventions. 15. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development in pediatric (adolescent) patients through accurate assessments, treatment and effective implementation of interventions. 16. Perform other duties as assigned. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.