Addiction Counselor

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Provides counseling services to substance abusers and their families. Conducts and facilitates group therapy, evaluations, and referrals for appropriate treatment. Job Duties Maintains a patient caseload and completes clinical documentation including progress notes; plans, updates, and discharge summaries and other clinical forms required by regulation within established timeframes. Provides individual, group, and family counseling services to patients and their families. Provides support and assistance to other Counseling Programs within the Center for Counseling Services. Participates in clinical supervision as defined by the program and reports on the progress of patients. Arranges for admission to ASAM Levels of Care. Conducts assessment of patients presenting for care at the program and completes required areas of assessment and other documentation. Completes all necessary forms, documentation, and clinical functions. Offers suggestions to improve workflow or procedures; assists in the development of new programs or groups for clients. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in chemical dependency psychology, social work, counseling or related field. 7 years Previous related experience. and 1 year Clinical experience in health and human services. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific criteria in caring for clients and applies appropriate clinical interventions and communication strategies. Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm manner. CADC - Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor BADCC - State of Pennsylvania within 3 Years DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in chemical dependency psychology, social work, counseling or related field and CADC - Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor BADCC - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Pennsylvania within 3 Years or LSW - Licensed Social Worker - State of Pennsylvania within 3 Years or LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - State of Pennsylvania within 3 Years Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities. https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not respo

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Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

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