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COUNSELOR II NE - SOLMAR
Newport Beach, CA Counselor II supports the SolMar Retreat and **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Addiction Treatment Center (HATC) treatment team in the assessment, treatment planning, referral recommendations, discharge planning, education, and direct therapeutic intervention for patients and their families throughout the course of treatment. Supports the goals of the patient's treatment plan and assists in clinical care and case management. Coordinates care with outside providers by referrals when necessary. Performs other duties as assigned In addition to the above, Counselor II assists with admissions and discharges, assuring all admissions and discharge documents are signed. Conducts Screenings/ intake assessments as needed and within the incidental medical services (IMS) guidelines found in the IMS policies and procedures manual. Provides client with an orientation about the program, rules, and a tour of the unit, including their room as assigned. Assist in searching belongings at the time of admission as well as random room searches in the residential level of care. Intervenes as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. Conducts group counseling sessions and manages group sessions as assigned. Leads/ facilitates lectures for clients. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, group counseling sessions, treatment, and incidents are completed in a timely and in clear concise manner. Participate in case conferences, staff meetings. Lead and coordinate the community meeting for clients (residential level of care). Assists and encourages clients to participate in self-help groups, such as AA/NA. Communicate with HCP/physician, Nurse Practitioner, and Supervisor of Addiction Care regarding physician orders, prescriptions, and refills as needed. Observe self-administration of medications and document in client EMR. Documents daily living activities and vital information. Records patient behaviors and informs the Supervisor of Addiction Care and Clinical Manager of any changes in behavior. Receives and presents a change of shift reports as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: *High School Graduate or equivalent required. Associate degree in Behavioral Science or Allied Mental Health preferred. *Two years minimum experience in addiction/behavioral health is required. *Three years ofexperience in addiction/behavioral health environment preferred. *Working knowledge of CARF and/or JCAHO accreditation standards required. *Knowledge of the 12-step, Smart Recovery, and other treatment models required. *Knowledge of HIPPA required. CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: *CATC II - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor, or CATC III *or CADC II - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, or CADC III *or LAADC *BLS-AHA Basic Life Support required at hire. *The CADC-CAS Certification is accepted and grandfathered for employees hired before 8/1/2021. These employees have one year to acquire the CATC II, CADC II, or LAADC. |
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