Substance Use Specialist - Camden

Job Description

Responsible for conducting risk/needs assessments and providing the referral to the appropriate level of substance abuse treatment. Responsible for the verification of services and follow-up regarding the necessary interventions and successful engagement.

Scope Of Duties:

Assessment of all new clients via the approved agency Assessment Tools to determine counseling needs and appropriate level of care.

Develop Service Plans for all assigned clients based on approved agency assessment tools that are client-centered and recovery-oriented with client input.

Obtain previous records that are relevant to current treatment recommendations.

Monitor and document client progress according to funding source standards and/or operational policy and procedures.

Review, reassess and revise service plan with client input to address ongoing problems and to determine the need for continued services or discharge.

Schedule and facilitate individual sessions with clients as required.

Identify and/or develop resources and link clients to needed services.

When necessary, provide active case consultation and coordination with client-linked resources and referral sources.

Facilitate scheduled workshops/programs/groups addressing clients' needs.

Fulfill obligations of training agreements entered into for required treatment interventions.

Develop appropriate discharge plans for all assigned clients as per contractual requirements.

Participate in required internal/external Treatment Team meetings.

Complete all required reports and other documentation.

Demonstrate competency in program-related treatment modality.

Interact and communicate (verbally and non-verbally) with all clients, staff, and outside contacts with respect and courtesy.

Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures.

Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and training sessions.

Full-time