On-Call SUDS Counselor I

Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

SUMMARY: The Blackburn Center is an innovative program that will offer integrated housing, health care, and employment services with the long term goal of eliminating homelessness. We seek to change how these services are delivered to all people, especially vulnerable populations. This position will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team at the Blackburn Center to deliver comprehensive, person-centered, integrated services to the Portland Eastside community. The SUD Counselor works as a member of a treatment team providing substance abuse treatment and case management. The team works to address all treatment needs, including crisis management, substance abuse treatment, physical health management, mental health management, DUI, accessing affordable housing, accessing employment and educational opportunities.

The SUDS Counselor R works as a member of a treatment team providing substance abuse treatment and case management under direct supervision.
The SUDS Counselor I works as a member of a treatment team providing substance abuse treatment and case management under general supervision. Performs work under general supervision and the incumbent is expected to become able to independently perform the full range of duties.
The SUDS Counselor II works as a member of a treatment team providing substance abuse treatment, case management, and may provide functional supervision to lower levels.

Location: Blackburn Clinic-12121 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct screening and assessment of potential clients to determine treatment needs, placement, and diagnosis; develop an individualized treatment plan to reflect these
Participate in direct treatment of clients by:
Individual counseling
Group counseling as needed
Provide case management and care coordination
Adhere to agency norms for completion of all clinical documentation, including but not limited to assessment, treatment plan, progress notes, monthly reports to referral sources, and service conclusion summaries.
Participate in all Quality Assurance activities.
Participate in clinical meetings.
May facilitate outpatient treatment groups for driving under the influence (DUI).
Work as a member of the Blackburn Center multi-disciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, client centered and trauma informed integrated services.
Actively participate in the integration of services at the Blackburn Center and identify new opportunities to improve collaboration between and within service and care teams while carefully following information-sharing guidelines.
Proactively identify opportunities for improvement within Blackburn Center workflows and logistics. Participate in review of Blackburn Key Performance Indicators; review and contribute to continuous improvement opportunities and plans.
Build understanding of and appreciation for diversity among Blackburn Center clients and support their connection to culturally responsive and culturally specific services as requested.
Attend all mandatory CCC trainings in a timely manner.
Document client services in electronic health records within 72 hours.
Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners and outside providers patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
Perform other duties as assigned.

COUNSELOR II ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Supervise practicum students when needed.

ABILITIES:

Ability to consider the impacts and outcomes for underserved communities during decision-making processes.
Ability to consider impacts of systems of oppression, structural racism, and individual bias on client outcomes.
Ability to work effectively with peers, individual clients and groups.
Ability to work as a team member and to establish priorities.
Ability to apply principles learned to new situations.
Ability to learn new skills.
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Ability to display a non-judgmental attitude.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to work in an environment where clients may display behaviors that are challenging or aggressive.
Ability to work courteously and effectively communicate with the general public, clients, medical personnel, corrections personnel, police, and co-workers.
Ability to provide quality documentation in an electronic health record within 72 hours of service provided.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have High School Diploma or GED, advanced degree preferred.
The following requirements for CADC:
SUDS Counselor R requires CADC-R
SUDS Counselor I requires CADC-I
SUDS Counselor II requires CADC-II
Bilingual A&D Counselors must demonstrate proficiency in secondary
Must meet CCC privileging requirements as required by FTCA.
Must have CPR training and certification prior to start.
Must have experience working in chemical dependency treatment, preferably with outpatient adults who have been adjudicated to treatment and/or people with co-occurring mental health disorders.
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge and skills in group facilitation.
Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge and skills in evidence-based treatment methods utilized in the treatment of addiction and trauma-informed care.
Knowledge and skills in de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.
Knowledge and skills in crisis intervention.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of community and social service agencies with the ability to provide case management services as needed.
Must be able to work a range of hours.
Preferred understanding of specialized DUII system requirements as set forth by the State and referral sources.
Ability to adhere to Central City Concerns drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy, and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
Must generally have the ability to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects, and climb stairs with reasonable or no accommodation.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and criminal background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
The OAR prohibits A&D program staff from having within the previous 3 years a DUI conviction or diversion, a felony conviction, or a conviction under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
Must adhere to agencys non-discrimination policies.
Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

Benefits: Central City Concern offers an incredible benefits package to our Regular/FT employees:

Generous paid time off plan which provides up to 4 weeks of PTO accrual in the first year. Accrual increases with longevity.
Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with competitive employer match with 4.25% in the first year, 6% in the second year, and 8% in the 3rd year.
11 paid Holidays PLUS 2 Personal Holidays to be used at the employees discretion.
Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
Employer Paid Life, Short Term Disability, AND Long Term Disability Insurance
Excellent relocation package for those roles that qualify.
Sabbatical Program

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Central City Concern is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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