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Substance Abuse Counselor

Bridgeway Community Health Jobs

place Salem, 97310

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Internship

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PTO, Flexible Spending Account

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English, Spanish

Bridgeway Community Health is currently seeking qualifiedSubstance Abuse Counselorfor our growing Outpatient treatment team! Come join our elite team of professionals!who all have a passion to see lives changed and relationships restored.Bridgeway is a new kind of healthcare organization providing holistic treatment through addiction recovery, problem gambling treatment, mental health therapy, and primary medical care.Position PurposeSubstance Abuse Counselors build an alliance with clients by providing education, and motivation to support them in making positive changes in their lives and reduce the negative consequences associated with substance use and abuse. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides client centered care utilizing evidence-based and trauma informed services.Uses motivational interviewing techniques to establish therapeutic rapport and facilitate active engagement in services.Conducts assessment interviews using the ASAM and DSM-5.Works collaboratively with other providers to ensure services are seamless.Provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address identified treatment and recovery goals.Facilitates evidenced based groups.Conducts individual counseling sessions.Types and maintains timely and accurate documentation including group notes, individual notes, status reports, as well as documenting other contacts made concerning the client.Monitors random urinalysis testing.Completes monthly status reports for all clients on caseload and facilitates sending them to providers involved with client's care.Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesCoordinates and maintains a working relationship with all referral sources.Attends staff meetings and works as a member of a multidisciplinary team to identify and implement quality services.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications and ExperienceExperience, Education and CredentialsRequires an Associate's Degree or higher in Human Services or related field from an accredited college or university. In addition to formal education, the qualified candidate will generally have at least one to three years of drug & alcohol addiction counseling experience. CADC I or higher certification required with MHACBO.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal communication skills.Strong computer and time management skills.Advanced understanding of ASAM PPC-2R and DSM-5.Intermediate understanding of Oregon Administrative Rules is preferred.Must be able to pass a criminal background check. BenefitsPaid HolidaysMedical, Vision and Dental Coverage5% employer match 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (Pre & Post-Tax Options)Corporate Fitness Membership subsidyEmployer-Sponsored Life, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability CoverageGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) PlanHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending AccountsInternal Growth Opportunities CompensationWage will depend on experience and credentials. An additional stipend is available for Spanish/English bilingual employees About Bridgeway Community HealthOur mission of helping people in our community who struggle with the symptoms of addiction to drugs, alcohol, problem gambling, and/or psychiatric illness only happens when we create an agency culture of community, mutual respect, encouragement, and desire to see each employee grow and excel. BEST Non-Profit AwardFor 10 years, Bridgeway Community Health has been honored to be designated by the Oregon Business Journal as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in the State of Oregon! Council on AccreditationBridgeway Community Health has achieved accreditation, meeting the highest national standards in professional performance! If this sounds like an environment for you, come join our team! EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability