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Licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor (LC)
Location:
Springfield, MO
Description:
TITLE: Licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor (LC) REPORTS TO: Program Manager PHI STATUS: Level 2 CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt REVISED: 9/1/2018 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Licensed Counselor (LC) is part of a multi-disciplinary team rendering care and services to persons receiving substance use disorder treatment. The LC conducts assessments of persons who are seeking services and provides a multi-axis diagnosis or diagnostic impression as part of the assessment report. S/he identifies needs and goals for the person in the assessment process and indicates the most appropriate level of care for the person. The LC may also provide direct service to consumers, crisis assistance, and/or refer consumers for appropriate mental health services. All services are provided in compliance with the requirements of the Department of Mental Health. Work is performed under the administrative supervision of the Program Manager and reviewed through direct observation, reports, and staff conferences. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Work may include, but is not limited to, the following examples: Conducts intake diagnostic assessments for referred clients and documents findings. Attends periodic meetings with designated team members to assist in the development of the individual's rehabilitation plan, as appropriate and Cosigns plan. May provide direct services, including individual counseling, group counseling, group education, family education/therapy. Maintains timely, clear, concise and well-organized information in the electronic health record of services provided. Enters into Care Logic, the EHR, and the results of assessments and prepares treatment plans, treatment plan updates, transition plans, discharge summary reports, progress notes, and other consumer related data. Makes referrals for necessary services. Responds appropriately to consumer crisis, including as applicable, making arrangements for 96 hour holds. Assesses, monitors, evaluates and records consumer participation, progress, and adjustment against measurable recorded treatment goals in a timely manner. Complies with all requirements of HIPAA Privacy and Security Act. Complies with regulations pertaining to the confidentiality of consumer protected health information. Performs other related work, as assigned. EXAMPLES OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of social work, behavioral sciences and allied disciplines involved in the evaluation, care and rehabilitation of persons suffering from mental illness or emotional disturbanceKnowledge of individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to addictionConsiderable knowledge of the social bases of behavior, such as the psychology of interpersonal relationships, group processes, and organizational and systems theoryConsiderable knowledge of individual differences, such as personality theory, human development, and abnormal psychologyThorough knowledge of diagnostic criteria and application of the DSM IV-RKnowledge of community resources used in the provision of servicesKnowledge of State regulatory requirements as it relates to practice of social work and substance use disorderSkill in resolving conflicts and negotiating with othersAbility to collect and analyze information in making diagnostic decisions concerning a consumer's treatmentAbility to act decisively when necessary to protect consumers; to make judgments about crisis and carry out appropriate course of actionAbility to establish a professional and therapeutic rapport with consumers; to assist, and exercise tact, patience, respect and understanding of othersAbility to recognize symptoms of substance use disorder and to elicit information from individuals necessary for therapeutic interventionsAbility to work effectively with persons from diverse cultures and backgrounds and to respect individual differencesAbility to maintain organized consumer records in accordance with certification requirementsAbility to recognize potential ethical problems and address in ethical mannerAbility to plan and organize working time effectivelyAbility to work with autonomy or with minimum directionAbility to motivate consumers in recovery processProficiency in use of computers and knowledge of basic software EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS The following education and experience qualifications are the minimum requirements used to admit or reject applicants for consideration. A physician, psychologist, licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), licensed masters social work (LMSW), licensed professional counselor (LPC), provisional licensed professional counselor (PLPC), or nurse practitioner licensed under Missouri state law AND Has at least one year of full time equivalent experience in the treatment or rehabilitation of substance use disorder. NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION No candidate may be considered for employment who is or has been for the past two (2) years under the supervision of Federal, State, County or Municipal Corrections Department nor have any pending felony or misdemeanor charges other than minor traffic charges.Driving may be required for this position. The successful candidate must have and remain in possession of a valid current driver's license, automobile insurance, and be insurable under the agency's motor vehicle insurance policy.All candidates for employment must meet the established minimum qualifications for employment as identified by the applicable regulatory agencies. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Heartland Center For Behavioral Change
Posted:
January 25 on ApplicantList
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