Co-Occurring Disorder Counselor (Springfield)

About this role

Job Description: Jo b Title: Co-Occurring Disorder Counselor  

Location:  Springfield, Missouri   Department: Adult Community Services  

Employment Type: Full Time  

Job Summary:  

A Co-Occurring Disorder Counselor is responsible for providing co-occurring disorder therapy to assist individuals, in accordance with their treatment plan, with substance use disorder(s) to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and educational/working environments. Core services include conducting ongoing comprehensive substance use assessments, assessing and tracking client’s stages of change readiness and stages of treatment, using outreach and motivational interviewing (MI) techniques, using cognitive behavioral approaches and relapse prevention, and applying treatment approaches consistent with clients’ stage of change readiness.  

I ntegrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders (ITCD):     A Co-Occurring Disorder Counselor is responsible for providing co-occurring disorder therapy to assist individuals, in accordance with their treatment plan, with substance use disorder(s) to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and educational/working environments. Core services include crisis intervention, medication services, medication administration, community support, outreach/engagement, co-occurring individual/group counseling and co-occurring group education.  

The Co-Occurring Disorder Counselor position offers…  

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance , & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  

• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.  

• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more    

Key responsibilities:     

ACT/ACT-TAY, IMPART, ITCD:    

• Provide co-occurring disorder therapy, individual and group to clients in a community/home setting.   

• Complete intake/screening/assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards.   

• Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body guidelines that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.   

• Complete correspondence in a timely fashion.   

• Participate in clinical staffing/treatment team meetings providing feedback on pertinent cases.   

• Adhere to weekly service provision model.   

• Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accrediting body/agency standards .    

• Ensure that services are entered within the appropriate time frame, appropriate format , note refer to treatment plans, etc.   

• Correct any file/charting deficiencies within the appropriate time frame.   

• Assist clients through the transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summary, plan, letter, etc.    

• Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner.   

• Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies.   

• Receive L1MA training and assist with administering medications, as needed .    

• Complete health assessments with clients.   

• Provide cross training and education to other team members as needed .    

• Perform crisis intervention as needed.   

• Attend daily staff meetings.   

• Facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions focused on resolving problems related to substance use that interfere with the person’s functioning.   

• Work with clients/patients to examine attitudes, feelings, and behaviors that promote recovery, healthy decision making, and improved problem-solving skills.   

• Demonstrates interest in long-term and short-term goals and objectives of the company.   

• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or the Executive Team members.   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:    

• Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques, as they relate to mental health and substance use disorder treatment.   

• Knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental health and/or substance use disorders.   

• Considerable knowledge of the methods and modalities and the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental health and substance use disorders.   

• Ability to establish rapport with client/patient population .    

• Capable of employing methods and counseling techniques in an effective manner to assist clients/patients to engage in recovery and improve overall functioning.   

• Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports .    

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.   

• Must be willing and able to work on call/weekend shifts as needed.   

Experience, Education, and/or Credential Qualifications:    

• ACT/ACT-TAY, IMPART:    

• Hold the credentials of a Qualified Addiction Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB)   

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)   

• Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRADC)   

• Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC)   

• Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP)   

• Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor-Provisional (RADC-P)   

• Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor (RADC)   

• Co-occurring Disorder Professional (CCDP)   

• Co-occurring Disorders Professional Diplomate (CDPD-D)   

OR    

• Hold the credentials of a Qualified Mental Health Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc

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