Addictions Counselor $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Saint Francis Community Services•Great Bend, KS

27d

About The Position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides counseling services to individuals, groups, and families. Participates in assessment and treatment planning as appropriate. Documents all services provided and other significant behavior or incidents. Serves as a role model and source of feedback to the client. Intervenes in crisis situations using the approved Mandt System Maintains alcohol and drug standard operating procedures manual and assists with ADAS manual. Explores ADAS or other finding opportunities. Duties may include direct supervision of youth and other milieu activities as assigned. Provides structure, discipline and security as outlined the by individual plan of care to meet the needs of the client. Communicates with all staff members and shares appropriate information with appropriate staff about outcome findings. Involves staff members, when possible, in appropriate activities. Reports and maintains a referral log for patients. Capable of being on call for emergency transportation. Reports critical incidents to DCF verbally within 12 hours, written within 24 hours. Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), rules, personnel policies, and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state and local rules, statutes, regulations, and all term of the contract between Saint Francis Ministries and DCF. Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels. Ensures clients' rights are protected. Makes sure all clients have received their rights and maintains a signed copy in each resident file. Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures.

Requirements

Prefer two years' experience in alcohol and/or drug abuse field.
Must be 21 years of age.
Must pass a physical examination, including drug screen and TB Skin Test.
Must pass an MVR, KBI and Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Clearance check. FBI Fingerprint Check.
Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Mandated reporter.
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
Flexible to changing situations.
Ability to listen, analyze and record information.
Establish rapport and impart caring and empathy while remaining objective and professional in relationship. Sensitivity to client needs.
Able to solve problems but also able and willing to seek assistance when necessary.
Must be a team player willing to show flexibility.
Basic understanding of adolescent development, treatment, and defense mechanisms.
Working knowledge of adolescent counseling techniques, both individual and group.
Must understand various diagnoses in the adolescent mental health field and understand recommended treatment for those illnesses.
Will have a basic understanding of different psychotropic medications and possible side effectsfrom those medications.
Handles multiple priorities.
Independent discretion/decision making within the scope and responsibility of the position.
Manages emotions and can make decision under pressure.
Manages stress appropriately.
Works alone effectively.
Works effectively near others and/or in a distracting environment.
Works effectively with others /teamwork.
Understands and practices Universal Precautions.

Responsibilities

Provides counseling services to individuals, groups, and families.
Participates in assessment and treatment planning as appropriate.
Documents all services provided and other significant behavior or incidents.
Serves as a role model and source of feedback to the client.
Intervenes in crisis situations using the approved Mandt System Maintains alcohol and drug standard operating procedures manual and assists with ADAS manual.
Explores ADAS or other finding opportunities.
Duties may include direct supervision of youth and other milieu activities as assigned.
Provides structure, discipline and security as outlined the by individual plan of care to meet the needs of the client.
Communicates with all staff members and shares appropriate information with appropriate staff about outcome findings.
Involves staff members, when possible, in appropriate activities.
Reports and maintains a referral log for patients.
Capable of being on call for emergency transportation.
Reports critical incidents to DCF verbally within 12 hours, written within 24 hours.
Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required.
Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), rules, personnel policies, and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state and local rules, statutes, regulations, and all term of the contract between Saint Francis Ministries and DCF.
Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels.
Ensures clients' rights are protected.
Makes sure all clients have received their rights and maintains a signed copy in each resident file.
Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures.