POSITION SUMMARY
Provides a complete range of duties associated with addiction treatment services. The CAS counsels independently and service a wide variety of clients across Centennials ten counties. Services are provided using a secure telehealth platform. The ideal candidate will be located in, or willing to relocate to within a reasonable timeframe, the state of Colorado.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
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Interviews, reviews records and confers with other professional to evaluate condition and needs of clients
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Formulates programs for treatment and rehabilitation of clients
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Counsels clients individually and in group sessions to assist clients in overcoming alcohol and drug dependency
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Counsels family members to assist family in dealing with and providing support for the client
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Refers client to other support services as needed such as medical evaluation and treatment, social services and employment services
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Monitors condition of client to evaluate success of therapy, adapts treatment as needed
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Maintains accurate and timely clinical records consistent with Center standards
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Prepares documents for presentation in court and presents court testimony as needed
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Participates in minimum of 2 hours of clinical supervision per month
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Performs other job duties as assigned
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in related health sciences
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Certified in the State of Colorado as a Certified Addiction Specialist
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
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Ability to work effectively and ethically with diverse clients
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Ability to work effectively using telehealth service delivery methods
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Effective written and verbal communication skills
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Knowledge of community resources
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Demonstrate effective time management and ability to multi-task
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Basic computer literacy such as email communication, telehealth platforms and word processing
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Ability to work flexible hours as needed
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Ability to travel within the Center’s service area or to the other locations as needed
