AFP Chief Substance Use Counselor
Company: Texas Health & Human Services Commission
Location: Vernon
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Substance Abuse Counselor III Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking
to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed
professionals? Then the State Hospital System (SHS) may be just the
place for you! The SHS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals
located throughout the state, and one youth residential psychiatric
center in Waco. The SHS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental
health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited
by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art
treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a
direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a
difference in the life of a Texan. Apply now to join our team. The Substance Use Counselor III works under the immediate
supervision of the Program Director and the Coordinator of
Co-Occurring Psychiatric and Substance Disorders Services, this
position has two major functions, which encompasses duties related
to each of these areas. This position plans and coordinates
specialized substance abuse and COPSD services based on the needs
of the population served. Work duties include: 1)supervision to
Counselor Interns, 2)scheduling of services provided, with the
Program QIT, 3)competency monitoring and evaluation of employees,
4)timely position descriptions and evaluations, 5)orientation of
staff to policies and procedures, 6)keeping current on the Joint
Commission Standards and DSHS Licensure Regulations and provides
discipline representation to ensure that these standards and
regulations are in compliance, 7)conducts and participates in
in-service training, 8)participation in Drug Free Awareness Week
activities, and 9)maintains competencies as described in the Policy
and Procedure manual. Acts in the absence of the Program Director
and the Coordinator of Co-Occurring Psychiatric and Substance
Disorders Services. Provides Substance Use/COPSD services for
patients who have a history of substance use and mental illness.
Works with the Treatment Teams to assess the patients' needs and
writes objectives and progress notes. Because of the diverse group
of patients served, objectives and progress notes shall be tailored
to the specific population: age, gender and culture of same to
ensure relevant treatment strategies. Conducts Substance Use/COPSD
groups to patients and attends other programmatic groups. Licensure
as a Chemical Dependency Counselor by DSHS Substance Abuse
Division. Must be knowledgeable of Co-Occurring Psychiatric and
Substance Disorders and demonstrate the ability to perform COPSD
Cognitive, Technical and Interpersonal competencies. This position requires advanced management and supervisory
skills, ability to prioritize workload and the ability to employ
and model CQI and Social Learning principles. Additionally,
requires a willingness to work flexible hours in order to interface
with all shifts. This position has wide latitude for the exercise
of initiative and independent judgment. Employee has access to limited set of records in accordance with
HIPAA Regulation, access level of Health Care Operations PHI 2-B.
Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a
specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule,
extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave
policy and performs other duties as assigned. Facilitate Substance Use/COPSD group counseling and support
groups while utilizing modalities which enhance the patient's
awareness of addiction, psychiatric illness and recovery in order
to increase patient's knowledge and skills. Develop patient objectives and communicate them to the treatment
team to enter into the Recovery Plan. Record progress of group
activities in RadPlus. Complete and finalize COPSD assessments on SSRP patients as
requested. Assessment process will be completed within 7 days of
admission, or within 7 days of being notified of the physician's
order for COPSD assessment. Supervises the facilitation of substance use support groups for
patients. May also facilitate assigned support groups and community
speaking events. Perform Treatment Team, QIT, and Substance Abuse Discipline
responsibilities by completing all duties assigned as part of the
treatment team, the Quality Improvement Team (QIT) and the
Substance Abuse discipline meetings. This includes meeting
attendance and any in-services assigned. Provide clinical and administrative supervision to assigned
Substance Use Counselors in order to ensure a constant line of
communication exists and insure that patients are receiving
appropriate substance use services from Substance Use Counselors.
Follows all requirements of supervisors that is in the HR Manual or
NTSH Policy. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively
participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the
agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or
Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may
require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF: SKILLS IN: ABILITY TO: Registration or Licensure Requirements: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) through the Texas
Department of State Health Services Initial Selection Criteria: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) through the Texas
Department of State Health Services Completeness of Application Additional Information: Req # 473922 This position serves as a Substance Use Counselor on the
Adolescent Forensic Program on the Vernon Campus of NTSH. This
position qualifies for Hazard Duty Pay of 6.8%. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered
for employment at a state-operated facility. Applicants must pass a
fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen,
and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting
System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct,
and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between
the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
MOS Code: Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial
selection criteria and registration or licensure this position may
include, but not limited to: 42A, YN, 0111, 3A1X1. All active duty
military, reser guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if
qualified to fill this position. For more information Texas State
Auditor's Military Crosswalk at Http://www.jr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescrition HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your 1-9 documentation
with you on your first day of work. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation
with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),
HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the
hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a
disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line
application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at
1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need
accommodation to participate in the interview process, please
notify the person scheduling the interview.
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