PLADC - Provisional Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor #Jobs

The Provisional Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor is responsible for providing counseling and skill training for the treatment of individuals displaying a variety of issues related to alcohol and drug use.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associates Degree in Substance Abuse Counseling preferred or High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current  PLADC through the Division of Alcoholism, Drug Abuse and Addiction Services required.
• One year human services experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office computer software and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to manage crisis situations.
• Knowledge of the psychological effects of chemical dependency on human behavior.
• Ability to conduct structured clinical interviews for the purpose of assessing and diagnosing Substance Use Disorders.
• Ability to prepare reports relative to Substance Abuse Evaluations in a concise, lucid, and timely manner.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide on-site supervision of program members and ensure that all treatment activities occur as scheduled.
• Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with assigned program members in order to provide guidance and work
• Maintain an accurate clinical record that documents program member’s service needs, treatment plans, progress and discharge planning utilizing agency format and standards for clinical record management.
• Conduct Substance Abuse evaluations and prepare assessment reports when needed or assigned.
• Facilitate group, individual and counseling activities.
• Prepare for, attend, and participate in Case Review meetings.
• Maintain contact with outside agencies in order to fulfill necessary needs of program members.
• Assist in the supervision of program members in treatment activities.
• Assist with the compliance of all applications Federal, State, local and agency regulatory laws, standards and policies.

PLADC - Provisional Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor #Jobs