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Adult Intake Counselor-Treatment Program
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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.
$27,312 / year median in North Dakota
+20% projected growth
Job Description
SCOPE OF WORK
The Adult Intake Counselor is responsible for providing intake, screening, assessment, referral, and admission services for adults seeking substance use disorder treatment. The Adult Intake Counselor serves as the initial point of contact for clients entering treatment and is responsible for conducting comprehensive substance use disorder evaluations, determining eligibility for services, facilitating admissions, coordinating referrals, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in accordance with the Treatment Program's Policies and Procedures Manual, DSM-5, ASAM Criteria, and applicable tribal, state, and federal regulations.KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct substance use disorder screenings, assessments, and evaluations in accordance with program policies and procedures.Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, substance use histories, and intake interviews.
Utilize DSM-5 and ASAM Criteria to assist in determining appropriate levels of care and treatment recommendations.
Coordinate and facilitate the admission process for eligible clients.
Develop preliminary treatment recommendations based on assessment findings.
Coordinate referrals to inpatient, outpatient, aftercare, mental health, medical, housing, employment, educational, legal, social service, and community resources.
Provide crisis intervention and immediate support for clients presenting with urgent behavioral health or substance use concerns.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely client records in accordance with program requirements and professional standards.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, staffing, case reviews, and treatment planning discussions.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely client records in accordance with program requirements and professional standards.
Protect client confidentiality and privacy at all times.