Counselor, Substance Use Disorder- YFS

Company: Friends of Youth
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

The Counselor provides substance use services to youth, young adults, and their families. They provide clinical care by conducting substance use assessments, case management, and ASAM Level 1 Outpatient Treatment through individual, group, and family sessions. Counselor will provide support and case management for unhoused young adults at the Willow shelter.
The Counselor is a key member of the Behavioral Health team and plays a crucial role in providing support to the community.
Reports To: Clinical Manager of Substance Use Services Schedule: On-site Monday through Friday
essential duties Clinical Services Tasks

• Provide evidence based and culturally responsive therapeutic interventions and services to youth and their families.
• Administer substance use assessments, provide individual, family and group counseling sessions in accordance with ASAM level of care.
• Diagnose substance use conditions in accordance with the most recently published Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
• Provide urinary substance use screenings to clients.
• Teach Alcohol and Drug Information School (ADIS) as needed.
• Provide case consultation, linkage, advocacy, and coordination of services to collateral contacts for assigned clients.
• Maintain direct service hours at 60% of total weekly work hours.Administrative Tasks
• Attend weekly/bi-weekly individual meetings with Clinical Manager to review cases.
• Participate in employee case consultations and division meetings.
• Maintain awareness of the divisions within the agency and its internal resources.
• Improve knowledge about current best practices for various diagnoses and substance use concerns through research and continuing education.
• Maintain case records in an accurate and timely manner per all WAC, COA, Medicaid and King County requirements.
• Become familiar with agency and community resources to appropriately refer children, youth, and families.job requirements a. Education and Experience
• Associate degree in a human-service field.
• Licensed with the State of Washington as a Substance Use Disorder Professional/Trainee.
• Fifty hours of SUDPT hours completed, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS365 Power Platform. b. Additional Requirements
• Must satisfactorily pass criminal history check.
• Must satisfactorily pass tuberculosis (TB) test.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid Washington State driver's license (or be able to obtain one by date of employment).
• Employees and volunteers who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business, must have a safe driving record as defined by Friends of Youth.
• Employees and volunteers who operate their own vehicle(s) on Friends of Youth business must carry auto liability insurance that complies with the requirements of Friends of Youth.
• Must successfully complete the following health certification requirements within 30 days of employment: CPR, First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required. There are no exemptions.c. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Able to engage with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion by honoring and celebrating diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
• Strong commitment to Friends of Youth's mission, vision, and values.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of coping skills, crisis intervention, and supportive strategies for individuals experiencing homelessness and trauma.
• Strong group process and facilitation skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals.
• Able to maintain strong personal and professional boundaries.
• Able to learn and implement relevant Council on Accreditation (COA) standards and participate in Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) processes.
• Proficient skill set with Microsoft Office programs. We offer:
  

• Generous time off including 15 vacation days per year, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 social justice leave days per year for full-time employees
• Health insurance package including medical, dental, vision, 24/7 access to telehealth, long term disability and life insurance
• Retirement plan with match
• Transgender Health Benefits
  Friends of Youth is committed to equity and creating a diverse and inclusive work environment as an equal opportunity employer. We welcome, honor, and celebrate our clients, colleagues, and communities' diverse identities and cultures. For more information, email hr@friendsofyouth.org.
  
  Compensation details: 26-32.5 Hourly Wage
  
  
  
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