Substance Use Disorder Counselor-Utah State Hospital
5 days ago
Location : Utah County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 43079
Agency: 250 Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 10/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Recruiter: Amanda Lallas alallas@utah.gov (801) 344-4271
# of Openings: 1
Location: 1300 East Center Street, Provo, UT 84606
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Career Mobility: This position may be filled as a career mobility.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job Description
Are you a Substance Use Disorder Counselor with a passion for helping people? Are you ready for a challenging, rewarding and dynamic professional experience? Would you love to assist mentally ill patients understand their potential and develop healthy skills for a life of recovery?
The Utah State Hospital is seeking to hire a qualified Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) to join our Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team in our mission to promote hope and improved quality of life for individuals affected by substance abuse and mental illness.
The Best Qualified Applicant
We need a SUDC Caseworker who is helpful and friendly by nature, a team player, with a strong desire to assist people in their mental health recovery. This person must be licensed to work in the state of Utah with one of the following certifications, along with applicable education and experience: CSUDC, LSUDC, CASUDC, LASUDC, ACMHC, CMHC, or LCSW.
For further information about obtaining your Substance Use Disorder Counseling license in Utah, or directions to obtain out of state endorsement, please visit: .
Example of Duties
- Coordinate and refer services from community resources, placement providers, collateral agencies, the court, and/or other community partners with families, clients, or patients receiving services>
- Provide clients with information and recovery literacy, through group and individual therapy, as well as their rights, options, benefits, services, goals, and expectations.
- Prepares detailed case documentation including: opening and closing cases, intake records, investigation summaries, case histories, risk assessments, social summaries, needs assessments, service plans, relapse prevention plans, correspondence, etc.
- Provides counseling to clients/residents which may require interaction with members of the client's/residence family.
- Assesses client/patient needs. Develops and implements plans to meet those needs.
Working at the Utah State Hospital means you will be counseling and assisting patients in a beautiful and modern facility, with excellent resources at your disposal. You will also enjoy broad exposure to educational and professional networking opportunities as you develop lasting relationships with our dedicated and collaborative mental health treatment teams.
Additionally, as a State of Utah employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package, including; comprehensive medical insurance (with traditional and high deductible options), Health Savings Account contributions, dental, retirement/pension plan, and paid leave accrual. We actively strive to promote positive work/life balance for all our employees. You can find more information about the .
The Agency
We are a mission-driven, state-of-the-art inpatient psychiatric facility, fully accredited from the Joint Commission and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare, certifying the high quality of the Hospital's environment and treatment programs.
Our beautiful campus is situated at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, conveniently close to several Universities, great housing options in wonderful neighborhoods, and all the best recreation Utah Valley has to offer.
For more information about the Utah State Hospital, our philosophy, mission, and treatment programs, we invite you to browse .
Qualifications
Qualifications of this position include proficient knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
- human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research, or assessment methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
- speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
- deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
- de-escalation techniques and strategies
- compose and produce reports, documents, and related material
- computer word processing software
- communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
- principles, theories, and practices of human growth and development
- enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form
- read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures
assess physical, mental, social, and/or economic needs - use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
- agency and community resources and services
- provide consultation and/or expert advice and/or testimony
- coordinate the activities or tasks of people, groups, and/or organization(s)
- use State or agency-specific software application program(s)
- observe details at close range and at a distance
- observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
- hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
- principles, theories, and practices of case management
- May be required to provide 24 hour on call services.
- Risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations, e.g., being subject to possible physical attack.
- Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
- Department of Human Resource Management rules and DHS policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
- The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment, no tobacco use is allowed on campus.
- USH employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks.
- Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
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- Other External Job Board or Site
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- Contacted by a Recruiter
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- Interviewed for different position
- Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
- Other (not listed above)
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Are you a current employee of the State of Utah?
- Current Employee of the State of Utah
- Previous Employee of the State of Utah
- Never employed by the State of Utah
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Employees of the Utah State Hospital (USH) work directly with children and vulnerable adults. As such, all USH employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks. In accordance with the exemption noted in Utah Code 34-52-201(4)(e), we request that you disclose below, any background information which may preclude you from working with a vulnerable population.
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A requirement of this position is a license in one of the following areas: CSUDC, LSUDC, CASUDC, LASUDC, ACMHC, CMHC, or LCSW. Do you have an active license in the State of Utah for one of these licenses?
- Yes
- No
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Using the space below, please list the type of license you hold and the DOPL license number associated with the license.
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How many years of professional experience experience do you have with Substance Use Disorder Counseling?
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- 1-2 years
- 2-4 years
- 4 or more years
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Using the space below, please describe your experience with Substance Use Disorder Counseling.
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Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please provide a phone number where you can be contacted between 8am and 5pm.
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