Drug Court Addiction Counselor - Located in Rockford, IL

Rosecrance hiring for Drug Court Addiction Counselor - Located in Rockford, IL jobs in Caledonia, IL, US

About Us:

Leaders in recovery. Champions of hope.

Rosecrance is a private not-for-profit organization and nationally recognized leader in treating substance use and mental health disorders for children, adolescents, adults, and families. With nearly 60 locations in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa, our physician-led team has developed an innovative, multidisciplinary, outcomes-informed approach.

Since 1916, our unmatched legacy as a proven behavioral healthcare leader is a source of hope and strength to those we serve and provides a roadmap for the best opportunity for lasting recovery. Rosecrance served nearly 50,000 clients last year.

Position Purpose: Participate as a team member in the delivery of substance-use disorder services to clients and their families. Facilitate the issues of recovery into client’s daily living situations. Provide program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies or other related field, or equivalent experience and training
• Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC),or licensed in Illinois as a LSW or LPC which supersedes the CADC within 2 years of employment in substance used disorder services.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills,
• Computer proficiency required,
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record,
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames
• Skilled in conducting individual, family and group counseling,
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources,
• Self-starter with ability to work independently,
• Ability to work within a team,
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Essential Responsibilities:

Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
2. Conduct individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for clients and/or family members.
3. Complete client psychosocial and individualized treatment plan within required time frame.
4. Identify client clinical and case management needs and work to address those needs.
5. Educate client and client support members regarding all aspects of treatment, corresponding health issues and steps to recovery.
6. Undertake primary case management responsibilities for designated clients.
7. Ensure that documentation in client service record is maintained consistent with expectations defined by SUPR, TJC and Medicaid regulations.
8. Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, case management and discharge plans).
9. Assume on-call responsibilities per schedule or when designated.
10. Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, and staff and community groups.
11. Be familiar with court proceedings and available to make court appearances on behalf of Rosecrance clients.
12. Serve as a member of the team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
13. Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
14. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
15. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance
16. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned by management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials

• Starting rate for Bachelors - $21.11/hour
• Starting rate for Masters - $24.44/hour
• Additional $.50/hr with CADC certification

Benefits:

• Health insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance (qualifications apply)
• Licensure/certification reimbursement (qualifications apply)
• Paid Time Off
• Referral program
• Wellness plan
• Certain facilities offering on-site gym

Schedule: 8 hour shifts

• Shift: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Work Location: Rosecrance Ware Center– Rockford, IL

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer.

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