Addictions Counselor - IOP

at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

THE SALVATION ARMY
North and Central Illinois Division - Harbor Light
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:Addictions Counselor
LOCATION/DEPT: Harbor Light
REPORTS TO: Unit Supervisor
FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt
STATUS TYPE: RFT
DEPARTMENT MISSION
To provide each client with positive, professional and quality services; using policies, procedures and available systems to provide substance abuse treatment and support the Harbor Light Center in meeting the mission of The Salvation Army

PROGRAM/CLIENT ENVIRONMENT
The backgrounds of the clients served by The Harbor Light Program will manifest a variety of inappropriate behaviors. When this occurs, employees are to respond within the context of the treatment environment of the site. Employee conduct (actions, dress, etc) and interactions (conversations, written communications, etc.) with clients must also be within the treatment environment of the facility.
OUTCOMES
Clients with chemical dependency problems will receive holistic services for themselves and their and families.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Substance Abuse Treatment services are provided including individual, family, couples and group counseling.
Within Unit policies, programs, and procedures, individual and/or group counseling to clients with addictions and related problems is provided; may be required to function as an intake worker when necessary.
Client treatment plans are developed, reviewed and updated with the client; summaries of cases for consultation are prepared, aftercare plans are developed in discharge and referral and plans are followed up on.
Networking with other Salvation Army programs and outside agencies will provide quality options for clients in their treatment program.
The multidisciplinary team approach and the milieu therapy program are actively participated in.
Staff meetings are attended and counselor is involved in the Unit's staff committees.
Records are kept according to policy and statistical and other required reports are prepared.
Work on either of the two shifts of the Unit is agreed to as changes in shift assignment are made periodically by the Unit Coordinator.
All other duties as assigned.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
This position reports to the Unit Supervisor.
In contacts related to this position's duties, this individual acts as a representative of The Salvation Army and its mission.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
This individual will be evaluated on how effectively and efficiently the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Certified in the State of Illinois as a Certified Additions Counselor (CADC).
A Bachelor's Degree required.
Two years' experience as a Counselor preferred.
COMPENTENCIES
A commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army and an appreciation for faith based service organizations.
An interpersonal style that is service oriented as well as anticipates and responds to the needs of clients.
A flexible style that also displays a willingness to learn.
Able to work as a team member as well as independently.
An excellent attention to detail, procedures, processes and policies.
A communication and management style that exhibits the principals and values of the Army as well as fosters team relationships and effectively communicates information.
A demonstrated ability to manage projects, priorities and programs in a constantly changing environment.
Must be able to provide individual counseling group counseling to clients as well as assessment.
Ability to work cooperatively with supervisor, other clinical staff and support staff.
Must have a strong sense of integrity and be able to work with confidential material.
A "hands on" knowledge of how to effectively work with diversity in the workplace.
Well organized, attentive to time management and able to establish a separation of work and personal boundaries.
POSITION LIMITATIONS
This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
This individual will keep the Unit Supervisor informed on all critical issues relating to his/her area of responsibility.
This individual will adhere to all Army policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
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