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| Job ID: 14012922 |
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| Job Title: | Chemical Dependency Counselor |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Minimum $59,700.00 Yearly |
| Benefits: | 401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Vacation or PTO, Vision Plan |
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| Physical Required: | No |
| Drug Testing Required: | Yes |
| Education Required: | Associate's Degree |
| Special License/ Certification Required: | LADC |
| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
Active state licensed LADC
Associate degree in social or human services field
Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in Chemical Dependency or related field
Experience interviewing and gathering data and information
Experience in verbal de-escalation skills
Must have the ability to use appropriate boundaries, self-regulation, and coping skills
Must have the ability to think critically, locally, and empathetically with clients and staff
Commitment to a healthy way of life
The ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends
Ability to pass a health examination
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to maintain strict standards of confidentiality for all participants and their families
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to work well within the existing team and government structure
Sensitive to Native American Culture
Must pass drug screen (UA) and a federal criminal background check in compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act and the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:*
Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Must be able to sit for long periods of time with occasional amounts of standing or walking
REQUIRED TRAINING:
Effectively Handling Harassment training
Any position-related training as determined by department manager
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in an office setting, but may include occasional outdoor activities
DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
The Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance applies to this and all employment opportunities for the Community. |
| Preferred Skills: | Experience working within a Native American Community |
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| Job Description: |
Closing Date: Open until filled
SUMMARY:
The Chemical Dependency Counselor provides information, intervention, prevention and counseling services to individuals and families of the Prairie Island Indian Community and the native population in the surrounding service area.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.
Provide assessment consultations with individuals as requested
Conduct one-on-one counseling sessions with individual community members
Facilitate family and group counseling sessions with community members
Attend multidisciplinary (intra-agency) meetings (Family Services, Family Health, PI clinic, chemical dependency, Tribal Court , and/or other outside treatment providers ) and provides input into action plans for individuals and/or families
Network with area service providers and agencies to identify and develop specific treatment plans for clients
Ability to navigate insurance and other payment methods
Perform home visits with clients as follow-up aftercare
Prepare written documentation and progress reports on each client/family served and maintain confidential files on each
Ability to transport clients in a company vehicle
Prepare written reports as requested to funding agencies and for the Tribal Council
Conduct crisis interventions with individuals and families
Establish support groups as needed and locate facilitator for each
Discuss and coordinate treatment plans with departmental members to assure the provision of the best possible service to each client
Assist in facilitating the monthly Sobriety Feast
Ability to critically think and analyze a situation, problem, and/or dilemma from a multi-dimensional, multi-faceted, and multi-concept approach
Ability to formulate and assist the client in their personalized Safety Plan, Case Plan, and/or Treatment Plan
Ability to adapt to the clients individualized needs
Other duties as assigned
On call (rotation)
Ability to document
Refer to ID when applying |
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