The Counselor is a full-time, exempt position of Denver Rescue Mission (DRM) which must agree with and abide by our Statement of Faith and Ministry Principles.
Responsibilities:
Provide mental health evaluations for: Mental illnesses and at-risk behaviors which include: sexual disorders, suicide and violent behaviors.
Provide one-on-one evidenced based counseling services for program residents and graduates of one year or less.
Possess a basic understanding of addictive behavior (psychologically, spiritually, and emotionally) and related social issues.
Provide referral and professional support while acting as a liaison between area mental health agencies and residents or recent graduates suffering from major mental illness or who could benefit from psychotropic medications and/or outside psychotherapy.
Develop, maintain, facilitate, and support the structural format and goals of group therapy as conducted by self and staff members and interns of the counseling department.
Lead weekly Devotions, groups and psychoeducation or life skills classes as assigned.
Conduct and thorough bio/psych/soc and spiritual evaluation within the established guidelines through interviewing, record review and other appropriate methods.
Recommend the necessary level of intervention by evaluating participant data.
Develop and regularly modify treatment/service plans for participants with the care team and implement as directed.
Experience Required
- Possession of at least an M.A. in counseling or comparable degree in a related field. -Preferable: LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LAC or CAC Previous related experience.
The School of Social Work, in the College of Professional Programs at Eastern Washington University, invites applications for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor to support the Addiction Studies program to begin mid-September 2022.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Teaching core courses in the undergraduate Addiction Studies program, as well as some graduate teaching in the Master's programs, some student advising, research and service, maintaining an active research and scholarship agenda, and engaging in service to the school, college, university, and community. Normal teaching load includes 36 quarter credits per academic year with a nine-month appointment. Supplemental summer appointments in teaching may also be available.
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. or Doctorate in Addiction, Psychology, Social Work or a closely related discipline (must be conferred by the start of employment);
• A minimum of one-year direct addiction, social work, marriage and family, or mental health practice experience.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching;
• Interest and/or experience in online learning;
• Competent with and experienced using, database, email, and other forms of instruction technology;
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage in scholarship;
• A high degree of interest in human and cultural diversity, social justice and experiential and community- based education. Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to diverse needs, including universal accessibility, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Certified as a Substance Use Disorder Professional, begin the process of getting certified, or willing to apply to the Department of Health as a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee with the intent of completing the requirements and becoming a Substance Use Disorder Professional in the time frame required by the state.
This position requires being a Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC), with not less than one-year supervised experience in AD counseling. This position works under a State funded program. They are to be knowledgeable in the prevention framework and strategies. They are to develop the prevention plan and coordinate all objectives assigned within the A/D service program. This position also requires teamwork and collaboration with the Tribal programs, Tribal community and Local community to develop and execute alcohol and drug prevention programs.
Experience Required
CACD1 certification and not less than one year of relevant experience in alcohol and drug prevention work, or any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge abilities and skills listed below. Must have QMHA Certification or able to acquire within the first six months of employment. Knowledge of the principles of substance abuse prevention, coalition building, planning, community development, systems development, program evaluation and community organization. Must be a team player working within the Social Services and Prevention Programs to collaborate and offer outreach and prevention opportunities. Conduct literature and resource reviews to identify evidence-based programs, procedures and best practices including Tribal Best Practices. Trainings as required by Social Service Director. Other job duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION Be proficient in skills relating to community partnering, facilitation, convening, network building, resource development, managing performance measurement systems, leadership, public speaking skills and the ability to communicate verbally and in writing with a wide variety of people. Gathering, assembling, analyzing and disbursing data for system planning and development. Monitoring fiscal record keeping and overseeing contracts for compliance.
Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP) is seeking to appoint an experienced Policy and Public Affairs Officer who is educated to degree level, ideally with a relevant postgraduate qualification, with demonstrable knowledge of public health issues.
The Role
The Policy and Public Affairs Officer will help guide SHAAP advocacy activities through identifying and analysing relevant policy, providing advice and developing evidence-based positions, carrying out research, monitoring media and policy activity, responding to consultations, organising events and providing administrative support.
Based at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh and representing the Medical Royal Colleges in Scotland and the Faculty of Public Health in Scotland, SHAAP provides a co-ordinated, coherent and authoritative clinical voice on the need to reduce the impact of alcohol related harm on the health and wellbeing of people in Scotland, and how to do this. SHAAP aims to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol-related health problems with health practitioners, policy makers and the public, reviewing research and recommending evidence-based policies and practices. We work in close collaboration with key organisations in the alcohol field in Scotland, the rest of the UK and worldwide.
The Person
The Policy and Public Affairs Officer will be an excellent communicator with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority, with the ability to self-manage and prioritise in a dynamic context and within a small team. They must have the ability to advise on and communicate SHAAP policy positions, with experience of researching and drafting briefings, and/or policy papers and/or consultation responses. They must also be able to represent SHAAP at internal and external meetings, seminars and conferences.
Please refer to the Job Description for the role and person full details.
Remuneration Package
The salary for this role will be £31,643 per annum plus benefits. Additional benefits include:
Pension: with employer contributions of 9%.
Holidays: 23 days annual leave (with incremental increase over five years to 28 days) and 11 days public holiday/College close downs.
Life assurance scheme.
Long-term income protection scheme for those unable to work due to illness.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Discounted rates for use of the venue for personal events.
The UCLA Laboratory of Molecular Neuroimaging has postdoctoral positions available for involvement in NIH- and foundation-funded multimodality magnetic resonance imaging (structural MRI, fMRI, MRS) and PET research projects in substance use disorders. The research includes studies of recruited healthy control participants and patient populations (Tobacco, Stimulant and Opioid Use Disorders) and large datasets to evaluate neural bases of behavioural deficits and effects of interventions, including behavioural, brain-stimulation and pharmacological treatments. This work is performed in the context of UCLA’s state-of-the-art neuroimaging centres - Center for Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Mapping Center - with exciting opportunities for bidirectional research translation with basic science laboratories and clinical research programs across the university. All candidates must have relevant neuroimaging research experience (see below) with related references. Postdoctoral candidates must have a PhD or MD in a relevant research field.
Interested applicants should have hands-on experience in brain imaging data acquisition and technical experience with analysis of neuroimaging data (e.g., fMRI, structural MRI, MRS, PET). Experience in both univariate and multivariate statistical approaches is preferred and in diverse neuroimaging software environments (e.g., FSL, SPM, Freesurfer, nilearn, NiPype). Proficiency in programming (i.e., Matlab, Python, Unix/Linux shell, and/or other languages).
King's College London is looking for an enthusiastic post-doctoral Research Associate for an exciting project that seeks to better understand
(1) exposure to public health messaging around e-cigarettes in England, Canada and the US;
(2) content of online e-cigarette marketing among retailers in the UK and;
(3) the appeal and harm perceptions of e-cigarette packaging, including the potential impact of standardised packaging of e-cigarettes.
This project is funded by Cancer Research UK (CRUK) and is a joint collaboration between King’s College London and the University of Waterloo (Canada).
The postholder will carry out data analyses and prepare relevant papers for publication. The postholder will also be actively involved in disseminating research findings via conferences. The postholder will also work in collaboration with the internal research team and external collaborators to help deliver the Work Packages pertaining to the project.
This post will be offered on an a fixed-term contract for 15 months
This is a full-time post, but part-time can also be considered.
Annual Salary: (Net of taxes) US $74,913.00 + post adjustment
Post Adjustment: 49.6% of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.
Grade: P4
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): Two years, first-year probationary period
Job Posting: Oct 26, 2021, 8:41:52 AM
Closing Date: Nov 16, 2021, 5:59:00 PM
Primary Location: United States-Washington, D.C.
Organization: Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health
Schedule: Full-time
OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT
This requisition is for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)
The Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health (NMH) Department promotes, coordinates, and implements technical cooperation activities, directed at the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and related risk factors, mental, neurological and substance abuse disorders and disabilities, promotion of optimal nutrition and road safety, and prevention of violence, that are evidence-based and appropriate for the political and sociocultural context in which they are implemented. It raises political and public awareness and understanding of the burden of the most common noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental disorders, related risk factors and conditions and leads multi-sector and multi-stakeholder strategic and collaborative efforts aimed at strengthening Member States' capacity to promote and protect health through public policies, programs, and services. This will reduce risks and disease burden and contribute to improving the physical, mental, and social well-being of the population.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the general supervision of the Director, Noncommunicable Diseases and Mental Health (NMH), and the direct supervision of the Unit Chief of Risk Factors and Nutrition (NMH/RF) and in close collaboration with other tobacco control advisors, the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to the following assigned duties:
Provide direct technical support to Member States, Territories and Associate Members, in the development of policies, programs and interventions on tobacco control, in accordance with the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), its guidelines and Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products;
Provide technical advice and support to Member States in the ratification of the WHO FCTC and of the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade on Tobacco Products;
Coordinate and collaborate with WHO and partners in the monitoring of tobacco control interventions at country level and the design and implementation of evaluations to assess the impact of policies and programs on tobacco control;
Provide technical advice and collaborate in monitoring and counteracting the tobacco industry’s efforts to interfere with tobacco control policies;
Develop and strengthen the dialogue, interaction and actions with other governmental sectors, United Nations (UN) agencies, academia, civil society and appropriate private industry in order to foster a social basis for fulfillment of national commitments on tobacco control;
Promote and provide technical cooperation on the incorporation of indicators on tobacco control for youth and adults disaggregated by sex and age, in the national health surveillance systems; provide models and support countries in the uses of data for decision-making, perform situation and trend analyses;
Review, update and analyze data to integrate relevant technical facts, consolidate and disseminate technical and scientific information related to tobacco control throughout the Organization and at country level; identify research priorities and promote epidemiological, behavioral and management studies in this area;
Collaborate in mobilizing resources to support the advance on the agenda on tobacco control; stimulate the mobilization of national and international resources to support regional and country efforts in these areas; mobilize international and national political, technical and financial resources and extra-budgetary funds in support of national and regional programs;
Expand and manage the networks of experts, collaborating centers, international NGOs and inter-country cooperation strategies to develop and implement interdisciplinary training research and program development;
Provide technical cooperation to Member States for the implementation of the Regional Plan of Action emphasizing activities under the associated area of work and strategic objectives; promote greater effectiveness of program activities and appropriate resource utilization; collect and consolidate regional information to respond to WHO’s requests for information;
Represent the Organization at national and regional technical meetings and in inter-agency consultations on areas of responsibility;
Contribute to the development, definition and establishment of the objectives, strategies, plans and budgets related to tobacco control; formulate and recommend policies, plans, strategies, and budgets, in support of the Governing Bodies’ mandates related to work in these areas; report to Governing Bodies, through executive presentations and reports, on the status or results of relevant activities;
Participate in and facilitate team-based project development and execution of the program of work and the preparation of the biennial work plan (BWP) and related budgets, work plans, progress reports, periodic analytical reports to donors, and briefing books;
When called upon to directly supervise staff, establish clear work objectives, conduct timely and effective performance appraisals, provide coaching and feedback, and support staff development opportunities;
Perform other related duties, as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Essential: A university degree in health, social sciences, or international relations and a master’s degree in public health, health diplomacy, global health, public policy or related field from a recognized university.
Desirable: A Ph.D. in a public health would be an asset.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO, only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation http://www.chea.org and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to support the validation process.
Experience:
Essential: Nine years of combined national and international experience in the development, design and implementation of tobacco control strategies.
Desirable: Demonstrated experience in managing tobacco control programs in countries of the Americas would be an asset.
REMUNERATION - Annual Salary: (Net of taxes) US $74,913.00 + post adjustment
Post Adjustment: 49.6% of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.
The University of Bristol is seeking a Research Associate to work within the Tobacco and Alcohol Research Group (http://www.bris.ac.uk/expsych/research/brain/targ/), in the School of Psychological Science at the University of Bristol and in collaboration with two industry partners (Cambridge Cognition and Monument Therapeutics).
The role involves the completion of two laboratory-based challenge studies (alcohol and 7.5% carbon dioxide inhalation) that test new cognitive assessments. The post-holder will be responsible for the set-up and day-to-day management of these studies and will contribute to data analysis and dissemination of results.
Applicants should have a degree (or equivalent research experience) in psychology, behavioural science or a related discipline and experience of conducting laboratory or field studies. Experience of conducting human challenge studies, particularly with alcohol or 7.5% carbon dioxide inhalation, or studies involving cognitive testing is desirable but not essential.
The University of Maryland Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Assistant. The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for assisting with the performance of research projects in a clinical setting, including recruitment of potential study subjects and collection and organization of data.
This position will report to the Division of Addiction Research and Treatment.
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the ESRC South West Doctoral Training Partnership.
Cannabis is used by approximately 200 million people worldwide. This number is set to increase further as it becomes available as a legal drug in the USA, Canada and beyond. Despite its widespread use, consumers have limited information on the contents of what they are using, and no guidance on safer use limits.
This contrasts with alcohol, where drinks are labelled with the number of standard units (one unit = 8g alcohol). Furthermore, public health guidance is available to help people use alcohol more safely. This includes the recommendation not to exceed 14 units per week for men or women. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-support/calculating-alcohol-units/
In this PhD you will investigate whether we can develop standard units for cannabis as we have for alcohol. You will build on recent work conducted at the University of Bath and Australian Catholic University defining the ‘standard THC unit’: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/add.14842
In 2021 the standard THC unit was endorsed by the US National Institute of Drug Abuse, the College on Problems of Drug Dependence, and the American Psychological Association, demonstrating international support for the initiative.
During this PhD, you will develop this work further by investigating the real-world application of the standard THC unit, and what the potential benefits or harms might be for individuals and society. You will have the opportunity to shape the scope of this work according to your own interests and training goals (e.g. focusing on mental health, addiction, physical health, social or economic outcomes). You will be supported in developing your programme of research to strengthen your independence and leadership skills.
Topic: Effects of cannabis on the adolescent brain and epigenetic aging
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the GW4 BioMed2 MRC Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) which is offering up to 20 studentships for entry in October 2022.
Cannabis is used by approximately 200 million people worldwide. This number is set to increase as cannabis is legalised in the USA, Canada and beyond. One of the key public health concerns arising from this is the potential adverse impact of cannabis use on the developing brain.
Advances in our understanding of the endocannabinoid system show that it plays a key role in adolescent neurodevelopment. Cannabinoid receptors are abundantly expressed in brain regions which change rapidly during adolescence and are highly interconnected with white matter fibers. Because cannabis acts on cannabinoid receptors, adolescence could mark a crucial developmental window of heightened vulnerability to the effects of cannabis.
This studentship will provide exclusive access to data from a major MRC-funded project: “How does cannabis use affect teenagers’ brains, cognitive functions and psychological wellbeing? (cannTEEN)”, registered on the Open Science Framework: https://osf.io/2sbx3/. You will work with an unprecedented dataset including a suite of neuroimaging, genetic, clinical, cognitive, and biological marker data, supervised by international experts in cannabinoid psychopharmacology, neuroimaging and epigenetics. You will benefit from access to world-leading training and facilities across GW4, and you will be supported in developing the project according to your own interests and recent advances in the field to develop your independence and leadership skills.
The cannTEEN study consists of four groups (adolescent cannabis users, adolescent controls, adult cannabis users, adult controls) followed up every three months for one year. You will have the opportunity to address the following research questions:
Are adolescents more vulnerable to the effects of cannabis use than adults on (i) brain structure (ii), white matter microstructure, (iii) brain aging, (iv) epigenetic aging? Furthermore, are these changes associated with clinical symptoms of mental health and addiction, biological markers of cannabis use, and changes in the endocannabinoid system?
This studentship will be the first longitudinal study to directly compare how adolescents and adults differ in response to cannabis use on the brain and aging, with the potential to inform policy (e.g. minimum age restrictions for cannabis sales).
The University of Auckland is seeking to appoint an internationally renowned and connected scholar with a commitment to having a positive impact in the New Zealand community, to the endowed Hugh Green Foundation Chair in Addiction Research. The successful individual will have a proven academic record in addiction research and will assume a leading role in New Zealand and internationally through high-profile research into the causes, management and/or treatment of alcohol, drug dependence and other addictive behaviours.
The Chair will lead as Director, Centre for Addiction Research (CFAR). The centre was established in 2012 to bring together researchers committed to the field of addiction research and to disseminating research findings within and beyond the academic community to inform policy, practice and debate in the prevention and treatment of addiction. Working closely with treatment providers, the multi-disciplinary approach of CFAR (from molecular to societal research) brings a unique and practical perspective.
The candidate will demonstrate a collaborative, inclusive, leadership style, role-modelling cultural sensitivity and commitment to equity. Those not already familiar with our cultural context will demonstrate their commitment to developing their understanding of Māori and Pacific development, te Tiriti o Waitangi and our place in the Pacific. Interpersonal strengths including excellent communication, ability to lead strategically, advocate and influence will be appreciated.
We welcome applications from internationally recognised academics with a significant record of peer-reviewed addiction research and research income generation, commitment to innovative teaching, curriculum development, digital pedagogies and postgraduate supervision. Experience in developing and mentoring junior academics, creating a positive and supportive collaborative environment in which they will thrive.
Apply now to join the alcohol change UK team as the new Director of Research and Public Affairs.
As the Director of Research and Public Affairs you lead a team working across the full range of research work (including commissioning, grant- making and in-house research) and public affairs work (including policy analysis, advocacy work and mobilising our activists). You also contribute to the charity’s strategies, leadership and governance as a member of the Executive Team. Ultimately, your role is to generate new knowledge; and communicate knowledge, ideas and emotions to change hearts and minds, creating tangible reductions in alcohol harm across the UK.
The University of Bristol have an exciting new opportunity for a talented researcher to work on a project funded by Cancer Research UK (https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/) to investigate predictors of smoking and e-cigarette use (vaping) among young adults, with the aim of informing future tobacco control and cancer prevention strategies.
The position will be based within the Tobacco and Alcohol Research Group (TARG: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/psychology/research/brain/targ/), part of the MRC Integrative Epidemiology Unit at the University of Bristol (IEU: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/integrative-epidemiology/). The post will also have strong links with the Centre for Academic Mental Health (CAMH), the Integrative Cancer Epidemiology Programme (ICEP) and the NIHR Bristol Biomedical Research Centre.
The Overdose Response Strategy (ORS) is an initiative designed to enhance public health-public safety collaboration and strengthen efforts to reduce drug overdose deaths. The ORS is funded by CDC and the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to help communities reduce fatal and non-fatal drug overdose rates by improved information sharing across public health and public safety agencies, and by supporting evidence-based intervention.
As of July 2021, there are ORS Public Health Analyst (PHA) and Drug Intelligence Officer (DIO) positions in 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. PHA positions are funded by CDC through the CDC Foundation and DIO positions are funded by ONDCP through the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program. These state teams form the foundation of the ORS and work to promote overdose prevention and response efforts, and increase communication, data flow, and intelligence sharing between public safety and public health within and across ORS states.
The CDC Foundation seeks candidates for a full-time PHA to support the ORS. This position will support efforts of the U.S. Virgin Island Department of Health, Puerto Rico/Virgin Islands HIDTA, and other key partners in the development and implementation of drug overdose information sharing systems and evidence-based prevention programs.
The PHA will begin working remotely as a result of COVID-19, but will ideally sit at the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health located in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands.
Responsibilities
Facilitate data sharing and joint initiatives between public health and public safety agencies and organizations that are designed to address illicit drug use and overdose
Collaborate with assigned state DIO to build partnerships between local HIDTA program(s) and public health entities
Identify and promote promising overdose prevention interventions at the intersection of public health and public safety in assigned state
Support and evaluate public safety-led interventions designed to connect people who use drugs to care and treatment
Present to diverse audiences on overdose trends and local response efforts
Support projects that enhance public health/public safety collaborations through the identification of appropriate local partners, qualitative and quantitative data collection, and dissemination of project findings
Develop specialized knowledge of significant drug use and overdose trends in assigned state
Responsibilities may also include:
Conduct overdose, drug use, and drug availability related data analyses on behalf of partner agencies, as needed
Create data visualizations on drug usage and overdose trends
Build partnerships with community members and stakeholders by providing technical assistance and support through communications and one on one assistance, as well as connecting partners to additional resources
Develop and conduct trainings to diverse audiences on overdose prevention best practices to enhance response efforts (including but not limited to the development of presentations, one-pagers and other training materials)
Explore and support additional projects that enhance public health/public safety collaborations through communication, information sharing, education, and partnership building
Develop products for site partners such as briefs, bulletins, reports, brochures or other educational materials
Support and evaluate public health and public safety interventions
Qualifications
Master’s degree in public health, the social sciences or a related field and minimum of 1 year of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree in public health, the social sciences or related field and minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience
Professional experience or demonstrated interest in substance use disorder treatment, harm reduction, drug policy and/or public health and public safety partnership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public-speaking, presentation and listening skills
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams
Ability to work effectively with diverse partners, including law enforcement professionals
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Familiarity with public health infrastructure within the state the position is located
Must be able to pass a formal federal background investigation, at no cost to the applicant
Additional qualifications may include:
Experience in data collection and analysis, and developing written materials with actionable recommendations
Strong quantitative data analysis skills and experience working with SAS, SPSS, STATA or a similar statistical software package
Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and engaging in strategic partnerships
Experience in developing and implementing training events
Experience in program/project coordination
Experience in developing reports, briefings and other written materials for internal and external partners
Experience in program evaluation, including logic model development
Care Specialists are Master’s-level trained behavioral health clinicians skilled at guiding people seeking treatment to a local, qualified drug and alcohol treatment provider. Care Specialists engage inbound callers through a structured clinical intervention based in motivational interviewing techniques and help those seeking treatment commit to same- or next-day evaluations with a treatment provider.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Be able and ready during shift to receive high volume of inbound calls
Utilize skills and training from Vital Decisions to deliver a brief, single session, structured clinical intervention applying a structured clinical protocol
Empathically guide and build partnership and motivation with treatment seekers
Demonstrate capacity to motivate treatment seekers to commit to same day or next evaluations at a qualified treatment provider
Utilize technology and networked resources to schedule evaluations for those seeking treatment
Timely and thorough documentation of all activity in Microsoft CRM database/electronic record. Ability to multi–task i.e., (type and speak at the same time).
Effectively handle crisis situations by demonstrating ability to conduct safety assessment and make determinations on referral for other services
Deliver high quality, respectful, empowering interactions with treatment seekers at all times
Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in Addictions Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy
2+ years of work experience in clinical/behavior change setting required
1+ years working directly with individuals, families or couples providing goal oriented, behavioral change interventions required
Experience in drug and alcohol treatment settings preferred
Experience in patient empowerment models; familiarity with motivational interviewing required
Experience delivering measureable, outcome based clinical interventions in fast-paced environment
Telephonic care delivery experience preferred
Inbound call center experience beneficial
Experience assessing for and managing safety during crisis situations required.
Travel
Travel is not required for this position. This position is 100% remote / work-from-home.
The BHS III will be expected to use motivational enhanced techniques when performing multidimensional Substance Use screenings with clients. The incumbent for this position will make referrals and working with contracted providers so that the client can receive the appropriate level of care. The BHS III should experience working within a multi-dimension teams and be able to assist various professional in the field. They will be expected to work with the hospitals, outside agencies, criminal justice and mental health providers. The BHS III should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and good at multitasking. Strong oral and written skills are required.
The schedule for this position will be a 9/80 M-F, M/W 10:30-8pm T/Th 8:00-5:30pm or M/W 8:00am-5:30pm T/Th 10:30am-8:00pm, Fridays on 8:00am-5:00pm
Candidates are required to be registered or certified at date of application as an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor and to have a valid Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) certification or registration in accordance with the certification requirements as pursuant to Sections 11755, 11864, 11876 (a), and 11834.50 of the California Health and Safety Code and Sections 9846, 10125 and 10564 of the California Code of Regulations through either the California Consortium of Addictions Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) or the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs or Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC).
Bilingual- Spanish desired
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of 30 semester or 45-quarter units from an accredited college or university, preferably with course work in psychology, sociology, behavioral science, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of experience being equal to 30 semester or 45-quarter units of college coursework.)
Experience: One year providing individual or group counseling to individuals in a substance abuse treatment program/facility. This experience must have included responsibility for assessing, evaluating, designing treatment plans, and making referrals, either individually or as part of a team led by a substance abuse or medical professional, for substance abuse clients.
Description: Prelude Behavioral Services is seeking a full-time Counselor in our residential substance use disorder treatment program to join our team in Des Moines. Prelude provides gender specific residential treatment services to patients to better provide a person-centered approach and meet the unique needs of our patients. This position will provide services to our male residential patients, however this position does not require candidates of a specific gender.
The Counselor will provide counseling through individual and group counseling sessions. They will also be responsible for patient documentation related to treatment services and will coordinate patient and outreach activities within agency and regulatory guidelines.
Requirements: Prelude values employees that have both personal and/or professional experiences with recovery. A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required. CADC certification or the ability to become certified within one year is required. Ideal candidates are patient advocates, organized, energetic, and have excellent communication and computer skills.
The schedule for this position is Sunday-Wednesday, 9:00a-5:30p and Thursday 11:30a-8:00p.
This position requires a valid driver's license, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check.
The Substance Abuse Specialist provides rehabilitation supports, training, and resources to clients in the IMPACT program.
Duties include:
Provides crisis intervention, case management and rehab services and provides and/or coordinates substance abuse assessment, treatment planning, and service delivery tailored to the individual needs of the clients served
Provides individual and group substance abuse counseling
Assists in developing and designing curriculum and facilitates co-occurring disorders groups
Facilitates substance abuse groups and networks with community substance treatment providers
Develops and maintains client service plans that address the needs of each individual served in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
Provides cross-training for the rest of the team to deal effectively with substance abuse issues and optimize collaboration and support
Services are provided in the clients’ homes as well as in community-based sites
Qualifications/Skills Requirement
Bachelor’s degree or higher required with at least 2 years of experience with working with individuals who have a severe and persistent mental illness, as well as co-occurring disorders
CADAC certification strongly preferred
Candidates who are licensed-eligible with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences are encouraged to apply
Two years’ experience training in substance abuse and/or addictions and previous experience providing substance abuse services within a mental health rehabilitation program
Proficiency in MS Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
A valid California driver’s license in good standing and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to driving personal vehicles on company business.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
