Chemical Dependency Counselor – Evergreen Health Monroe – Monroe, WA

EvergreenHealth Monroe, a small semi-rural acute care hospital has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Substance Use Disorder Professional to fill a position in our Recovery Center Unit. Working together, we exist to serve the changing health care needs of our community. We will provide personalized patient care known for quality and excellence with a healing environment through caring relationships. Come join our dynamic team and learn all that EvergreenHealth Monroe has to offer!

MISSION:

EvergreenHealth Monroe will advance the health of the community it serves through our dedication to high-quality, safe, compassionate, and cost-effective health care.

JOB SUMMARY of ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Adheres to the Hospital’s Policies and Procedures and Philosophy of Care and consistently exhibits professional conduct that is an expression of the hospital’s Standards of Excellence. Provides family counseling and treatment to patients and their families who have been affected by chemical dependency under the direction of the Program Manager which is in compliance with and according to hospital-wide and department-specific policies and procedures and standards of care. May also act as an SUDP in performing assessments or as a counselor. Participates in Quality Improvement activities. Supports the Recovery Center’s operations. Assumes responsibility for using effective interpersonal and organizational skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE; CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

Bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred or equivalent training and experience in the treatment of substance-use-disorder. Meets WAC 246-811 requirements of a Substance-Use-Disorder Professional and is certified with the Department of Health as a Substance-Use-Disorder Professional (SUDP or SUDPT). Recovering substance abusers must have active involvement in the 12-Step Program and a minimum of two years of continuous abstinence. Master’s degree in counseling or related behavioral health field or equivalent training and experience in the treatment of chemical dependency preferred. Requires current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and a valid driver’s license.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Demonstrated excellent clinical skills and knowledge of patient care techniques and procedures in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients in a variety of age groups, including adolescents, adults, and/or geriatric. Knowledge of American Society Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria, WAC regulations as they pertain to clinical services and counseling treatment. Knowledge of 12-Step Recovery Programs. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients and families and demonstrated public speaking skills. Ability to perform the physical requirements and essential functions of the job. Have a working knowledge of chemical dependency, family systems, family disease, and the recovery process.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Adheres to all State and Federal regulations pertaining to hazardous materials and BBP. Occasionally subject to physical/verbal abuse from patients.

WORK CONTACT GROUP: Patients/families, hospital staff, physicians, and health care providers.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Exposed to multiple priorities and high client stress regularly. May be subject to irregular hours, including weekend work assignments. Hearing, listening and observation skills constantly used. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Requires judgment/action, which could affect patient health and safety.

SUPERVISED BY: Program Manager of the Recovery Center.

SUPERVISES: None

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth Monroe and United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), Local 21.