Substance Use Disorder Professional

Overview

Responsibilities

• Provides the catalyst for individuals to change through a comprehensive treatment plan, offering help, feedback, validation, and direction in the process of recovery.
• Provides assessment, counseling, and case management services to individuals; including individual, group, family, and SUD educational services.
• Develops and maintains individualized service plans and maintains clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and contract requirements.
• Collaborates with other agency staff in the provision and integration of program services, case review, and consultation as needed.
• Maintains a caseload of assigned individuals and families and utilizes evidence based practices whenever appropriate.
• Is familiar with and utilizes the recovery and harm reduction models in assisting individuals and families.
• Collaborates effectively with other professionals in order to meet the goals of the individual and family.
• Maintains a working knowledge of current trends and developments in the field through continuing education and reading relevant materials.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Code of Conduct for Applicants All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience providing community-based services to youth and families from a broad range of cultures and social needs.
• Meets the minimum standards for Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) as defined by WAC 246-341.
• Licensed by Washington State Department of Health as a SUDP.
• Training and experience in individual, family, and group treatment modalities.
• Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• Ability to work independently and interdependently within a team management setting.
• Direct experience and proficiency with computers, basic office software, and electronic health records.
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to details, timelines, and follow-through.
• Ability to meet with clients at home and in the community, and to transport clients in a safe and effective manner. (Proof of adequate vehicle insurance is required.) Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Minimum of two years freedom from misuse of alcohol and other drugs and throughout the period of internship.
• Understands and adheres to state and federal confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Conducts self ethically and professionally at all times.
• PREFERRED POSITION ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Knowledge of King County Behavioral Health and Medicaid Benefits helpful Dually certified mental health and chemical dependency/substance use disorder helpful You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you: Thrive on working in a collaborative environment Are very adaptable Have high ownership and strong work ethic Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet Truly enjoy being of service to people Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility.
• We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.
• Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.