POSITION TITLE: Chemical Dependency Counselor REPORTS TO (TITLE): Director of Social Services DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: To provide quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals with substance abuse or chemical dependency problems KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: + Conducts group therapy sessions with patients, family therapy sessions with patients and family members and process-oriented group therapies, as well as conducting educational and other didactic groups as assigned. + Thorough knowledge of substance abuse dynamics, problems, and treatment modalities. + Working knowledge of psychological and physical symptomatology associated with chemical dependency, specific to patients' age and developmental stage. + Skills in therapeutic support and confrontation with chemical dependency patients. + Reports to community and/or state agencies regarding any patient issues as required by law and represents Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital in legal proceedings as required. + Complies with facility safety, infection control and security program. + Upholds the Organization’s ethics and customer service standards. + Performs related duties, as requested. Requirements POSITION Requirements: Education/Licensure: + Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor through CCAPP, CADTP & CAADE + Current CPR certification + Current NCI equivalent as approved by the Chief Nursing Officer (or obtained within the first 30 days of hire). + Demonstrated knowledge of formulating treatment plans. + Experience with conducting assessments to document history and identify preliminary issues. + Experience with reporting to community and/or state agencies regarding patient issues. Knowledge and Experience: Skills and Abilities: + Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times + Strong interpersonal skills including sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. + Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.) + Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. + Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills. + Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following: + Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time. + Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population. + Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy. + Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information. + Vision: see details of objects at close range. + Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. + Reach forward, up, down, and to the side. + Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day. + Lift up to five (5) pounds. Benefits + Medical + Vision + Dental + 401(k) + 3.5 Weeks Paid Time Off + $25,000 Life insurance policy is provided at no charge to the employee