Substance Abuse Counselor - LMAC, LCAC, LAC

Job description

Description CORE VALUES: The core values of Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas (CHC/SEK) are dignity and stewardship. Each staff member is expected to perform their job duties in a way that preserves dignity for our patients and maintains good stewardship of the Center's resources. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Substance Abuse Counselor supports the integrated model of care by assisting the Care Team ensuring that patients are connected to needed resources and services essential to meeting short and long-term goals as defined in the team’s care plan. Requirements: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: - Is available for immediate consultations with members of the Care Team per the SBIRT protocol for those patients in critical need of timely interventions. - Administers comprehensive drug and alcohol screenings, assessments and evaluations to patients and assists in determining appropriate follow-up based upon test results and interviews. - Coordinates client services ranging from assessment and treatment planning through discharge and aftercare. - Facilitates individual, group and family counseling sessions that promote positive interaction, encourage group socialization, group cohesiveness and un...