Addiction Counselor - Full Time at Gaudenzia, Inc.

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Addiction Counseling, Client Assessment, Treatment Planning, Documentation, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Case Management, Compassion, Empathy, Communication, Crisis Intervention, Community Resources, Discharge Planning, Regulatory Compliance, Diversity Awareness, Team Collaboration

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

We need hope-bringers and changemakers — because the work we all do matters. If you’re passionate about making an impact with your time and being someone’s light in the darkness, we want you on our team. Come Join Us to Do Mission-Based, Meaningful Work Who We Are Gaudenzia is one of the largest nonprofit providers of treatment to people with substance use and co-occurring disorders in the nation. We operate in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Our caring, compassionate team is on a mission to save thousands of lives each year and bring hope to people devastated by substance use disorder. Together, we help individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive in the face of one of the most devastating public health crises of our time. As our organization grows and evolves to meet the needs of our clients and communities, we’re seeking passionate, empathic individuals to help us make an impact. With your help, we can turn the tide on substance use disorder. Who We’re Looking For A successful Counselor enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and doesn’t shy away from honest and caring — yet sometimes difficult — conversations. This position is for you if you’re able to treat others with dignity, compassion, and respect, even in life’s most challenging moments. Your responsibilities in this role may include: * Be responsible for a caseload of clients, as identified by program requirements and in accordance with state regulations. * Complete required evaluations and assessments, including screening, intake, clinical assessments, ASAM and biopsychosocial histories. * Compete individual treatment plans upon clients’ admission. * Document all clinical services and interventions performed within the clients ‘electronic record and complete monthly treatment reports. * Maintain accurate electronic records on each client and ensure the timely completion of tasks, within 24 hours of service deliver, no later than 72 hours of service delivery. * Conduct individual and group sessions based on clients’ treatment plan goals and level of care. * Participating in funding source reviews and make recommendations for treatment and lengths of stay. * Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed. * Coordinate with agency and community resources to ensure a through treatment plan. * Assist clients with developing a discharge/continuing care plan and connecting to resources needed to reach personal goals both during the course of treatment and in advance to their discharge. * Follow up with clients after discharge based on regulatory guidelines until they have been established with other case management/social services * Those interested in applying for this role should be willing to work at least one evening shift per week, and a rotating weekend shift as needed (if working in a residential environment). Qualifications for this role: District of Columbia Education/ Licensure Requirements: * DC Health Professional Licensing Administration (HPLA) licensure as a Certified Addictions Counselors (CAC) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). * Counselor I (CACI): Bachelor’s Degree * Counselor II (CACII): Bachelor’s degree * Counselor III (LGSW, LPC, LICSW): Master’s degree in social work or counseling Our Operating Principles: We, as members of the Gaudenzia Team, are committed to these principles. They guide the way we perform Gaudenzia business, every day. * - We hold client care as our top priority. * - We assume good intentions. * - We are present, we connect, and we communicate with transparency, dignity, and respect. * - We make data-driven decisions with courage, challenge the status quo, and find innovative ways to grow Gaudenzia and each other. * - We support each other publicly and privately in all circumstances. * - We provide and accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback with an open mind and without personalization. * - We operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, and have a bias for action. * - We follow through on agreements and honor commitments prioritized with a sense of urgency -- someone's life may depend on it. Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice -- and a treatment provider of choice -- in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome. Come work with us! Gaudenzia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not practice or permit discrimination based on race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, religion, creed, disability, or veteran's status.

Responsibilities

The Addiction Counselor will manage a caseload of clients, conducting evaluations, assessments, and treatment planning. They will document clinical services and monitor client progress while coordinating with community resources for comprehensive care.