Substance Use Disorder Counselor/Therapist- Part Time (PT)

Company: Pyramid Healthcare Inc
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Freedom Detox is now hiring for a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor! If you want to be a part of change in someones life, come join our team!Detox Counselor implements care in a medically supervised facility treating up to 20 individuals going through withdrawal from alcohol, opiates, benzodiazepines and other drugs, in accordance with program procedures of the organization.

• A Masters in human services related field is required and either LCAS or LPC credentials is preferred. Candidates in process for licensure will be considered.
• Work with Screeners, Medical Assistants and Nurses to coordinate necessary tasks and to assess potential patients for appropriateness for admission.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans.
• Complete shift logs and other documentation required by agency policy.
• Seek guidance from Office Manager, Program Director, Certified Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director as outlined in procedures and protocols.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment, applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
• Appropriately carry out safety and emergency procedures during fire and other disaster drills, assisting withdrawal program patients.
• Provide patient education, as assigned or appropriate.
• Provide at least one motivational counseling session for each patient admission, ensure that patients fully engage in continuing treatment.
• Conduct at least one psychosocial group per shift, employing motivational interviewing and other evidence-based practices and maximizing peer interaction among patients.
• Will maintain a professional, collaborative relationship with all team members and act as a positive model for other team members, other staff, referents and representatives of community and state agencies.
• Attend mandatory meetings and participate in staff meetings as assigned.
• Complete all employee training requirements and attend offsite training as assigned.
• Develop, maintain and demonstrate a working knowledge of all applicable procedures, chemical dependency and relevant organizational policy and procedures.
• Clean up spills and other minor housekeeping duties
• Perform other duties as assignedEducation/Experience:
  • Masters Degree in a related field
  • 1-2 years experience working with substance use populations preferably in a detox or residential setting
  • LCAS certification by the NC Substance Abuse BoardJob-related Behavioral Characteristics:Demonstrates professionalism, leadership, confidentiality, strong social communication skills, time-management, organized. Must possess skills to communicate effectively and interact well with people of diverse backgrounds. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information, working well in an individual/ group problem solving situation, and showing initiative in problem solving. Maintains professionalism and does not show favoritism. Maintains consistency with clients, staff, visitors, and the public. Ability to handle a crisis situation and react appropriately. Flexibility and adaptable. Ability to make decisions in an objective and ethical manner. Calm and decisive in crisis situations. Ability to sustain a team environment, drive continuous improvement projects, confidentiality, excellent problem-solving skills and excellent communicator within the team framework.Pyramid CORE Values:We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employeesare expected to align with these values, behaviors and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent and ethical when dealing with clients, staff and thecommunity. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; workingtogether to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid's mission.Benefits:
    • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance for Full Time employees
    • Competitive wages
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Employee Assistance Programs
    • Great working environment
    • Growth opportunities
    • 401k with company matching options
    • And more!

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