Description
Open To All Applicants
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Counsel and aid individuals and families requiring assistance dealing with substance abuse problems, such as alcohol or drug abuse and families and individuals with co-occurring disorders. Refer client to other support services as needed.
Responsibilities:
1. Perform intake, Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Abuse assessments, intervention, individual, group and family counseling, outreach referral, advocacy, and home visit services; follow up care and in-home support services; provide educational and preventive activities. At times required to provide all treatment services in OBH satellite offices at identified schools, Oneida Community Health Center, Oneida Veterans Office, or other locations as assigned.
a. Participate and assist in planning, developing, organizing, and facilitating Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Abuse services/programs such as support and therapy groups, outpatient and other addictions, prevention activities and special events.
b. Proficiency in facilitating quality group therapy as assigned.
c. Obtain information about patients through interview, case history, and observational techniques; evaluate data to identify causes of problems and to determine advisability of counseling or referral to other specialists.
d. Formulate program for treatment and rehabilitation of client, using knowledge of alcohol and drug abuse problems and counseling and treatment techniques.
e. Provide and/or arrange for therapeutic interventions as appropriate for patients or clients in a crisis condition and for those with serious disturbance problems.
f. Counsel family members to assist family in dealing with providing support for client.
g. Participate in co-counseling sessions as needed.
h. Refer client to other support services as needed, such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services, and employment services.
i. Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner.
j. Monitor condition of client to evaluate success of therapy and adapt treatment program as needed. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures.
2. Maintain case records containing pertinent, accurate and current information in compliance with the Privacy Act, HIPAA and Department rules, regulations, and policies.
a. Consult with other legal and treatment agencies and individuals in relation to patient/client records, rights, and responsibilities.
b. Prepare reports, correspondence, narratives, statistical and other documents as required by program guidelines and funding sources.
c. Participate in multi-disciplinary case reviews.
3. Establish and maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, and Hospitals employees.
a. Represent the department in Tribal, county, state and other agency meetings as needed.
b. Participate in treatment plans, staffing and departmental meetings.
4. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
5. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
6. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
Skills:
Essential:
* Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies, and procedures
* Operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment
* Obtain additional education and training
* Comply with Caregiver Law and Grant conditions criminal history checks as a condition of employment to include fingerprinting
* Adhere to strict confidentiality
* Ability to exercise independent judgment and meet strict timelines
* Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to write clear and concise reports and correspondences
* Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Knowledge of applicable Oneida Nation, federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Knowledge of providing co-occurring treatment
* Knowledge of the theory, principles, practices and treatment of alcohol and drug abuse
* Knowledge of patient outreach services and activities, funding agencies, and community health care and vocational services
* Working with children, adolescents, and families
* Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of clinical developmental and counseling psychology
* Work remotely as needed according to the Telecommuting SOP
* Working within an Electronic Medical Record
* Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs
* Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
* Must be billable and reimbursable for commercial insurances, and medical assistance
Nonessential:
* Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture
* Knowledge of providing co-occurring treatment
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
* Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor license
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP)
* Health Insurance Portability (HIPAA) Accountability
* Basic Life Saving (BLS)
Credential equivalent experience:
Essential:
* License by the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Nonessential:
* Within ninety (90) days of employment
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Walk frequently
* Sit frequently
* Reach frequently
* Talk frequently
* Hear frequently
* Stand frequently
* Stand occasionally
* Bend/stoop occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Crouch Occasionally
* Crawl occasionally
* Carry 11-24 pounds occasionally
* Office setting
* Exposure to physical risk or injury
* Work potential for combative behavior
* Environment may not be smoke free
* Evening and weekend work may be required
* Measles mumps rubella vaccination required
* Varicella vaccine required
* Work extended hours
Experience:
Essential:
* Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Abuse Field
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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