Addiction Counselor - Chelan

Job Summary: The Addiction Counselor provides information, screening, assessment, individual and group counseling, and referrals to services with a patient-centered, trauma-informed, harm reduction approach with clients who have or may have a substance use disorder. This position works in collaboration with CVCH care coordinators, therapists, behavioral medicine consultants, psychiatric providers, and primary care providers in the provision of treatment services to support patients' wellness and recovery. As need arises, the individual in this position may be required to provide limited days of service at the Chelan or East Wenatchee CVCH sites.

Job Specific Competencies: Reviews screenings conducted by CVCH medical staff and/or assistants that identify patients who may be at risk for having a substance use disorder. Meets with patients who are screened or otherwise identified as at-risk for substance use disorder to engage them in discussion that leads toward support, identification of problems and related consequences, and offer support toward positive health-related behaviors. Provides assessment, information and consultation, group and individual substance use disorder counseling, and referrals services for those who voluntarily seek assistance or are directed through area courts to participate in a substance use disorder education or recovery program. Provides assessment, information and consultation, group and individual substance use disorder counseling and referrals services in a manner consistent with CVCH policy and WA State requirements. May provide monitoring of competencies, including reviews of clinical records, for SUDPTs in assessment, treatment, continuing care, transfer, and discharge, as assigned. Provides services in a manner consistent with Motivational Interviewing principles and treatment guidelines set forth by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM).

Administrative Responsibilities: a. Accurately completes required documentation and paperwork within required timelines.b. Attends required agency and departmental meetings as indicated by supervisor.c. Participates in regular clinical supervision.

General Duties and Responsibilities: Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor. Expected to be prepared to start shift at scheduled time, meet attendance standards, and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Conforms to safety policies and general housekeeping practices. Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position and the community. Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers. Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others. Employees are expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion, and quality and the CVCH mission statement through their actions and interactions. Conforms to CVCH policies and Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations. Job Specifications

Education: Associate's Degree in chemical dependency, addiction studies, human services, or related field is required. Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred. Credentialing: Meets Washington State RCW 18.205 and WAC 246-811 for certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional, and holds active WA Department of Health SUDP credential.

Experience: Two years providing substance use disorder treatment within a facility licensed to provide substance use treatment by the Washington State Department of Health, under supervision of SUDP/CDP Supervisor

Language Skills: Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Knowledge of computer applications and equipment related to work. Must have basic computer and keyboarding skills and have the ability to enter data within company's computer system to include strong knowledge in MS Word/Excel; must demonstrate manual dexterity. Exhibit strong customer service skills, strong process improvement background. Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other staff and management. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining productive work teams. Ability to demonstrate personal integrity in all interactions.

Essential Physical Requirements: This job is performed mostly in a typical inside, office environment. Essential physical requirements of this job include: light physical effort; repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers; standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling; frequent sitting; lifting and/or moving items up to 50 pounds, with assistance as needed; ability to read forms and computer screens and to read correspondence and other documents. Essential Mental Abilities: Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and ethics of professional discipline. Essential mental abilities include: knowledge, background and interest appropriate to providing sensitive, professional, direct support to mentally ill clients; ability to exercise sound independent judgment; ability to analyze problems and develop situation appropriate responses; ability to make decisions in line with state and federal regulations; ability to read, comprehend, and analyze documents, regulations, and policies; ability to prepare and submit complete and succinct documents.

Essential Sensory Requirements: Essential sensory requirements include the ability to: read computer keyboard, monitor, and documents; prepare and analyze documents; read extensively; see, recognize, receive and convey detailed information orally, by telephone and in person; convey accurate and detailed instructions by speaking to others in person and by telephone. Exposure to Hazards: Worker is subject to inside environmental conditions on a frequent basis with moderate noise. Typical working conditions found in most administrative work areas. Worker has contact with consumers and other staff and may be exposed to medical conditions presented by them.

Benefits: *Coverage below based on a 1.0 FTE; Medical, Dental, Paid Leave, Holidays, and CME benefits are prorated based on FTEBenefit: - Coverage: - Effective:

Premera (Self Insured): Preferred Provider - Employee/Spouse/Dependents; receive a Benefit Stipend of up to $500 per month - First of the month following the first date of employment.

Dental: Washington Dental - Employee/Spouse/Dependents; receive a Benefit Stipend of up to $500 per month - First of the month following the first date of employment. Paid Leave - 120 hours – Year 1136 hours – Year 2Each year after that employee will accrue 8 hours of PTO each year, on their anniversary date, until they reach a maximum of 208 hours at 10+ years. - Paid Leave may be used immediately for sick leave and after 3 months employment for vacation. Maximum accrual cap of 320 hours; hours in excess of 320 hours will automatically transfer into the employees EIB. If an employee is within their 90-day introductory period and does not have holiday pool hours available, PTO may be used to cover the holiday if the employee has an available balance. Extended Illness Bank (EIB) - Maximum accrual of 200 hours - PTO hours in excess of 320 will transfer into EIB. Employees are eligible to use EIB hours after at least 3 consecutive scheduled working days of PTO (max 24 hours) which have been used for a personal illness and/or a qualifying event under FMLA or the WA Family Care Act.

Holidays: 64 hours related to:· New Year's Day· Memorial Day· 4thof July· Labor Day· Thanksgiving Day· Day after Thanksgiving· Christmas Eve· Christmas Day - Holidays are based on an 8-hour day. Providers will receive a holiday pool of 64 hours as a 1.0 FTE at the beginning of each calendar year. Holiday pool hours must be used by December 31 of each calendar year; unused holiday pool hours will be forfeited. If an employee starts after the calendar year has begun, holiday hours will be prorated based on remaining holidays in the calendar year. Diversity Days - 3 Diversity Days - Available after the first payroll cycle after start date. Diversity days will be prorated based on start date as outlined below:· Jan 1- April 30: 3 diversity days (24 hours if 1.0 FTE)· May 1 – August 31: 2 diversity days (16 hours if 1.0 FTE)· Sept 1 – Dec 31: 1 diversity day (8 hours if 1.0 FTE