Substance Use Disorder Professional

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) runs individual, family, and group counseling for patients in substance use disorder programs. The SUDP acts as mediator between patients, relatives, medical staff, and outside agencies needed. They continuously monitor and track patient progress and work within the interdisciplinary team at the Nisqually Generations Healing Center.

This position ensures confidentiality; security, and accuracy of records, and promotes positive employee, customer, and community relations. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required and outstanding customer service to fellow employees, customers, vendors, etc. is expected. Regular attendance is required, later hours or weekend time may be required, and a neat well-groomed professional appearance is essential at all times.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED.

Certified as a Substance Use Disorder Professional in good standing with the State of Washington.

Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the minimum requirements established by Nisqually Indian Tribes vehicle insurance provider.

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

The ability to work with vulnerable populations Including adults and children.

Must pass a State and National (FBI) criminal history background check prior to employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the Nisqually Indian Tribe's history, customs, traditions, and ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.

Experience working with Federally Recognized Tribes.

SUPERVISION

This position does not supervise others.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of human behavior and performance; Individual differences in ability, personality, and Interests-; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Tribal, Federal, and state laws, codes, and regulations.

HIPM and PHI requirements. Knowledge and adherence to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2)

Common office and administrative procedures.

Trauma and its impact on wellness and recovery.

Skilled in:

Operating a personal computer and standard office programs and

Organizational management

Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

Strong public speaking and presentation

Commitment to providing excellent customer

Motivational Interviewing (Ml) skills or a desire to learn Ml.

Ability to:

Work in a computer-based environment, especially Microsoft Windows.

Work in a cross-cultural environment and understand the social and cultural contexts of patients.

Prioritize multiple tasks amidst frequent interruptions.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and external agencies.

Maintain personal, professional, and ethical boundaries.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequentlyrequired to stand; walk; use hands; handle; feel; or grip objects, stretch and/or reach with hands and arms; stoop; crouch or work in cramped or awkward positions; repetitive motions. This person may regularly lift and/or move up to 30+ pounds. Specific vision ab/I/ties required by this position Include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust to focus.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct counseling and case management services to patients; consisting of Individual, group, family, and educational services; Including assessment, counseling and aftercare services.

Effectively orients clients to the facility as needed by explaining issues including, but not limited to rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours-of-service availability, clients' rightsand the grievance procedure, and costs for which they may be responsible.

Identifies and explores problems and their ramifications with attention to the clients' associated, attitudes and feelings. With the clients' participation, examines alternative solutions and develops plans of action.

Identifies and responds to crises that may negatively impact treatment and, where possible, uses the negative events to enhance treatment efforts.

Leads discussions and presents lectures and films for group sessions.

Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies established by the agency, federal, state, and local regulations.

Conducts follow up on treatment programs designed for and undertaken by each patient.

Coordinates and cooperates with the staff of other agencies and organizations to expedite treatment for each patient.

Prepares and maintains a confidential, accurate, organized, and updated case file for each client. Completes all requisite administrative forms and tracking In a timely and efficient manner.

Maintains accurate and current recordkeeping for each patient in accordance with the established electronic records system and in accordance with all agency procedures and protocols (assessments, treatment plans, treatment procedures,and discharge summaries, etc.).

Prepares patient progress reports and completion notices and provides to all interfacing agencies to Include courts, probation departments, and referral sources as applicable.

Participates in community educational programs on substance use disorder for the public, professional, and Industrial groups.

Maintains all requirements to ensure that SUDP licensure certification remains current and in good standing.

Ensure security and confidentiality of all program data and operate in accordance with applicable regulations of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and 42 CFR Part 2.

Performs other duties as assigned.

32.69 per hour DOE