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JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Services Director of Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health Services, Inc. (RSBCIHI), the incumbent performs and models comprehensive counseling functions and assists in the coordination of client case management in an outpatient program, previous intensive counseling and program treatment to clients and families suffering from the disease of alcoholism or other chemical addictions, and coordinates a multi-faceted substance abuse prevention program.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs counseling duties in all areas of alcoholism/chemical dependency at all clinics within RSBCIHI by:
- Assuming responsibility for an assigned caseload of clients.
- Interviewing, evaluating, and making treatment recommendations.
- Conducting individual and group counseling sessions.
- Developing initial treatment plans in conjunction with the client.
- Supervising all substance abuse client discharge plans.
- Preparing individual client discharge plans.
- Prepares all monthly reports (ATGS, CADDS, etc.), and presents them to BHS Director on the 4th working day of each month.
- Maintains a central log/file on ATGS Reports from IHS, for the BHS Department.
- Insuring that all required documentation and consents are completed prior to the start of treatment within RSBCIHI.
- Orienting clients and families to program schedules.
- Completing clinical charting in client records and observing client responses to treatment and recording such in progress notes, using accepted format (SOAP)
- Presenting to clients and family members information of treatment concepts, objectives, and goals.
- Performing crisis substance abuse intervention.
- Conducting 12-step groups including Alateen.
- Meets with the interdisciplinary staff to give and receive recommendations for continued client care by:
- Recommending revision of treatment plans and methods where needed.
- Discussing referrals to community mental health services, inpatient primary care where needs for treatment of alcoholism or other drug addictions.
- Participating in quality assurance activities as assigned.
- Participating in cross training with non-BHS staff.
- Maintains a current listing of extended care facilities
- Participates in on-call status to meet client needs.
- Maintains and models a close working relationship with referral sources and agencies in the community by:
- Assuring professional contacts to assure optimum services to the client and community.
- Visits all referral sites (i.e., RTC, Inpatient day treatment facilities).
- Assisting with site visitations by specific individuals or groups for orientation.
- Maintaining positive regard for and working knowledge of AA/NA/Al-Anon and other 12-step programs.
- Clinically and professionally supports the 12-step program of AA/NA/Al-Anon within the Native American community.
- Reinforces the philosophy of RSBCIHI in both professional and clinical areas.
- Coordinates the RSBCIHI substance abuse prevention program by:
- Coordinating a program, which adequately addresses substance abuse prevention.
- Developing a substance abuse program, which addresses the unique needs of Indian youth substance abusers, and emphasizing prevention of alcohol and drug abuse among young Indian people.
- Developing a substance abuse program that alters the environment of high-risk individuals, particularly youth from an environment that promotes substance abuse to one who rejects it.
- Coordinates the RSBCIHI Substance Abuse Prevention Program by:
- Establishing a program, which emphasizes traditional Indian cultural values, including spiritual values, and an alternative to behavior patterns which promote substance abuse and as a source of strength for the recovering abuses.
- Working closely with other departments to enhance future and current drug free environment.
- Completes other duties as directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in in Behavioral Health Counseling or other behavioral science degree, or clinical experience as deemed appropriate by the Behavioral Health Services Director.
Certified in the State of California as an alcoholism/drug counselor, with a current IAAC II and/or CADC II certification.
Experience:
Two years of applicable work experience.
Experience working with families in an intensive outpatient and inpatient setting.
If a recovering substance abuser, a minimum of four years of abstinence from mind-altering chemicals.
Skills
Evidence of strong interpersonal, clinical, and written communication skills.
How the 12-step support system functions in treatment and recovery.
Must have thorough knowledge of Indian culture.
LIcense
Current CPR Certification that meets the guidelines from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (Can be obtained prior to orientation)
Valid California Driver’s License with a safe driving record, DMV record required. Must be insurable by the program’s insurance carrier.
Ability To
Coordinate a comprehensive prevention program including program planning and implementation experience, developed skills on safe recreational activities in a drug-free atmosphere, the ability to coordinate events with outside agencies, the ability to guide and develop Indian youth in traditional crafts like pottery and art work, etc.
Provide personal transportation. Work a flexible schedule. Program activities will be scheduled to accommodate the Indian youth and availability of facilities. Weekend and evening schedules should be considered usual and necessary.
Must be able to work with the Indian Community, and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.
Physical Demands
The position requires that the incumbent be physically fit and capable of participating and instructing recreational activities which may require strenuous activity. Work involves the routine risks and discomforts of traveling.
INDIAN PREFERENCE:
You are also advised that this organization is required to give preference in employment and training to qualified Indian candidates (Title 2 U.S. Code 472 and 473) and Public Law 93-638 provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment.
NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT:
Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health Inc., has adopted a Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Policy, in part, to satisfy its obligations under the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. It is unlawful for any employee to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance in the workplace. In addition, Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc., must be notified within five (5) calendar days of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace. Employees who are suspected of violating Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc.’s Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Policy may be required to submit to inspections of their persons, vehicles or personal property. This may include medical testing for alcohol and/or drug use.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
Job Type
Full Time
Pay
$58,240-$62,400 ($28.00-$30.00)
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision to all Full-Time Employees
Paid Time Off, Extended Illness Time
Paid Holidays
Paid Time off for Bereavement and Jury Duty
401(k) – Retirement Programs
Life Insurance- 2 Times Your Annual Pay (Limit Applies)
Long Term Disability
Supplemental Benefits- Accident, Critical Illness, Life, Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Programs
Employee Fitness Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program for Native American Employees
Career Advancement Opportunities
Work Location
Morongo Indian Health Clinic (11555 ½ Potrero Banning, Ca 92220)
Torres Martinez Indian Clinic (66-655 Martinez Rd Thermal, Ca 92274)
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