Addiction Recovery Counselor

2 weeks ago

Pasco, Washington, United States House of Ruth Full time
Job Title: Substance Use Counselor FSLA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Assistant Program Coordinator Pay Range: $55,000 - $75,000
Program Type: Single and Family Programs

Organizational Overview:

For nearly 50 years, House of Ruth has dedicated itself to empowering women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and recover from trauma, abuse, and homelessness. We provide a wide range of services for survivors, including service-enriched housing, nationally accredited child and family development programming, and complimentary counseling for anyone affected by domestic violence.

Position Summary:

The Substance Use Counselor plays a crucial role in supporting individuals facing challenges related to drugs, alcohol, and other addiction issues. This position focuses on guiding individuals toward behavioral modifications aimed at achieving full recovery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the case management team to deliver services that foster positive treatment outcomes.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans for program participants based on assessments and screening results.
  • Engage with collateral sources to ensure continuity of care for participants.
  • Identify and address necessary substance use disorder services.
  • Maintain comprehensive client records, documenting treatment activities and progress.
  • Ensure client records are accurate, complete, and legible.
  • Facilitate weekly group sessions focused on substance use disorders.
  • Prepare monthly reports for the Community Naloxone Data Reports.
  • Create a monthly schedule for staff to conduct breathalyzer and urinalysis tests.
  • Administer breathalyzer and urinalysis testing as required.
  • Maintain written and electronic records, compile reports, and complete other program documentation (e.g., progress notes, incident reports, on-call logs, letters, psychosocial assessments).
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology); Master's Degree preferred.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in group therapy and substance use counseling is required.
  • If in recovery from a substance use disorder, a minimum of three to five years of continuous sobriety is required.
  • Must hold certification or licensure in the District of Columbia with at least one of the following:
    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
    • Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC)
    • Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC)
    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
    • Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW)
    • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Qualifications:
  • Successful completion of the following pre-employment processes is required:
    • FBI Fingerprint/Background Check
    • Alcohol and Drug Test
    • Urine Screening
    • TB Test
    • Police Clearance
    • Must be fully vaccinated
  • Proficient in MS Office 365.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to manage sensitive and confidential situations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Demonstrated capacity to supervise and manage daily program activities.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule in a 24/7 operation and be on call as needed, including some weekends.
Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information:

The House of Ruth is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

All duties and responsibilities are completed according to the House of Ruth's policies and procedures.

House of Ruth offers an attractive benefits package for all full-time employees.

To be considered, candidates must submit a writing sample and resume.

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