Job Information
Catholic Health Chemical Dependency Counselor Pathways SCH in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 25.79-38.69 USD
Facility: Pathways Buffalo
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours:
Summary:
The Chemical Dependency Counselor provides group, individual, and family therapy within the treatment philosophies and policies of the program. This position is responsible for the evaluation of, and delivery of care and service to all individuals who present for care, treatment and service. The counselor is also responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the medical record. Counselors must maintain units of service as per their specific site mandates.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Qualified Health Professional (CASAC -T or CASAC) required
Credentials need to be maintained or advanced
EXPERIENCE
Demonstrated experience specific to clinical documentation and record keeping
Minimum of two (2) years experience providing chemical dependency counseling, and/or counseling in an allied or related field preferred
Orientation and training will be provided, with the expectation that, within 90 days of employment, the employee will demonstrate a satisfactory level of competence in most areas of performance with minimal supervision
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITY
Demonstrated experience specific to clinical/medical documentation and record keeping
Ability to work in a stressful environment
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
Bi-Lingual abilities appropriate to population served may provide additional opportunity for communication
Documentation must be legible, concise, and professional
Must demonstrate outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with all patients who present for care, treatment and service
Must function as a clinical team member, integrating the Core Values, Mission, and Vision into all daily activities
Experience with, and aptitude for basic computer skills and ability to navigate input into the electronic medical record
REQNUMBER: 30502