Addictions Counselor II

St. Luke's University Health Network • Sellersville, PA • 3h ago

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

The Addictions Counselor II serves as a counselor in inpatient or residential levels of care working with the substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring population. Plans, coordinates, and provides intervention, counseling, and case management services for inpatient or residential clients and their families.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets with assigned clients within 24 business hours of admission to begin the process of developing a therapeutic relationship as well as the client's treatment plan, and discharge plan.

Provides individual counseling for at least one hour per week.

Engages the family/supports in the client's treatment, with consent of the client. Conducts family sessions as clinically appropriate.

Facilitates group therapy sessions including those focused on co-occurring disorders, and educational groups, as assigned.

Reviews SUD and tobacco medication assisted treatment (MAT) options with the client and documents recommendations with clinical rationale, the client's reaction and the plan for referral to the medical staff, if appropriate.

In conjunction with the client and aftercare specialist, develops a comprehensive discharge plan that includes therapeutic treatment for SUD at the appropriate level, therapeutic treatment for co-occurring psychiatric and/or medical conditions, and safe and appropriate housing.

Provides case management for assigned clients.

Completes all paperwork, in a manner consistent with professional, regulatory and payer standards, on time, to ensure proper documentation is in chart. This includes mental health screenings, treatment plans, progress notes, ASAM summary sheets, and discharge summaries.

Collaborates with other agencies, such as probation/parole and children and youth services, with the client's permission, including preparing reports and correspondence as indicated.

Assesses clients and works with families in a professional, thorough and timely fashion, assuring that the client/family has a clear understanding of what is recommended, including alternative options, and the rationale behind the recommendation.

Triages clients who require services other than outpatient (i.e. Mobile Engagement Services (MES), Crisis, Mental Health services) in a timely and organized fashion and makes referrals as indicated.

Participates in daily morning report and able to share pertinent information about each assigned client, including but not limited to, the client's insurance coverage, anticipated day of discharge, and anticipated discharge plan, including aftercare and housing arrangements.

Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.

Demonstrates/models the Network's PCRAFT values during interactions with all customers.

Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.

Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.

Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICIAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting for up to 6 hours per day, 1 hour at a time; standing for up to 2 hours per day, 1 hour at a time; walking for up to 2 hours per day, 20 minutes at a time. Frequently uses hands and fingers to write, hold charts and turn pages, occasionally for grasping, twisting or turning. Frequently uses upper extremities to lift and carry up to 10 pounds. Occasionally squats, and reaches above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation in person or by telephone. Seeing as it relates to general vision, near vision, color vision and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

Master's degree in counseling, Psychology or Social Work or related field. Upon hire the individual will work toward licensure or certification.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

One year of clinical experience providing care to patients with Co-occurring Disorder. Previous experience in ASAM Criteria, evidence-based practices, discharge planning and case management models preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (http://www.slhn.org/EOE)

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