Addiction Counselor at VALLEY-WIDE HEALTH SYSTEMS INC

La Junta, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

70625.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Assessments, Crisis Intervention, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Case Management, Advocacy, Outreach, Prevention, Intervention, Treatment Plans, Monitoring Progress, Documentation, Confidentiality, HIPAA Compliance, Evidence-Based Treatment, Substance Use Disorders

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Valley Wide Integrated Care Clinic La Junta - La Junta, CO 81050 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $56,500.00 - $70,625.00 Hourly Job Shift: Any Job Category: Professional Services Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. (Valley-Wide) welcomes and is committed to all patients and populations within our large multi-county service area throughout southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide premier primary and preventive care you can trust at our 34 service sites strategically located throughout multiple rural counties. We are hiring an Addiction Counselor who will evaluate and aid individuals dealing with substance use disorders. The Addiction Counselor will develop personalized treatment plans, conduct therapeutic sessions, and collaborate with a dedicated team to support clients on their journey to recovery. Job Qualifications: Provide clinical assessments, problem identification, need for medical necessity (DSM 5 criteria/justification), evidence-based treatment modality, crisis intervention, individual/family/group therapy or other activities, case management, advocacy, and outreach/prevention and intervention. For assigned caseload, shall develop and monitor treatment plans, monitor treatment progress, document significant interactions, and maintain clinical charts and other reporting data Maintain confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA requirements at all times. Coordinate comprehensive treatment—internally and externally—with high quality, holistic care as the expected outcome. Benefits: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM schedule Annual CME Allowance of $1,000.00 (Prorated based on hire date) Discounted Tuition Rates, career development and CEU opportunities Paid Leave: Vacation – 15 days accrued/year Sick – 12 days accrued/year Holidays – 8 days/year + 2 Floating FREE Health Insurance (Other healthcare coverage plan options available) MASA – Employer paid Air Ambulance Coverage Employer paid Basic Life, LTD, STD Retirement Match Malpractice Insurance- through the FTCA Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, Health Reimbursement Arrangement, Flexible Spending Account, Dollar cost averaging Retirement Plan National Health Service Corps (NHSC) & Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) certified sites (Loan Repayment Options) For more information please visit our website: Valley-Wide Careers Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Qualifications Currently have Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) or a licensed Addiction Counselor credential Successfully complete a background check and drug screening testing. Bilingual skills( English/ Spanish) desirable but not required

Responsibilities

The Addiction Counselor will evaluate and aid individuals dealing with substance use disorders, develop personalized treatment plans, and conduct therapeutic sessions. They will also collaborate with a dedicated team to support clients on their journey to recovery.