Edgewater Health · 5 hours ago
Addiction Specialist
Gary, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEdgewater Health is seeking an Addiction Specialist to serve as a case manager for clients, providing direct counseling and support. The role involves collaboration with various professionals and agencies, preparing treatment plans, and ensuring compliance with licensing and accreditation requirements.
Health CareMental HealthPharmaceuticalPrimary and Urgent CareRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Serve as case manager for assigned clients which could include activities that focus on the need of the client
Provide direct client counseling and support in individual, group setting and involves families whenever possible
Functions as contact person with Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor and IPU personnel when patient is referred into or out of units or at other times as necessary
Acts as liaison to courts, schools, department of welfare and industries providing reports on treatment of the clients
Prepare individual treatment plans at prescribed intervals with the interdisciplinary team
Participates in urine surveillance and collects urine upon request
Refers, with necessary accompanying information, client for psychological or psychiatric evaluation within the Center or to other treatment agencies
Dictates pertinent treatment observations into the patient record at prescribed intervals and completes all necessary administrative forms pertaining to the patient and Addiction Specialist daily interaction
Integrates 12 step principles into programmatic counseling, and Case Management while maintaining a professional treatment focus
Assists in maintaining collaboration communication with referral sources, and managed care entities
Participates in unit performance assessment and improvement activities
Reassess client to determine progress toward treatment goals
Solidifies transfer/discharge plans and arrangement for clients which take into consideration the needs of all clients
Maintain collaborating communication with referral sources and agencies to assure optimum service to patients and the community
Completes 20 CEU’S per year (licensure requirement)
Provides at least 20 percent case management services
Maintain a minimum of the company’s productivity requirements (100%) at all times
Performs all pertinent treatment documentation in the patient record/ chart in prescribed time limits (24 hours)
Provide administrative documentation in a timely manner
Follow-up with clients (or refer to Engagement Specialist for follow-up) regarding missed or cancelled appointments via phone calls and/or letters
Writes reports as required on progress of clients
Conduct all professional activity in an ethical manner
Conform to all applicable policies and procedures
In conjunction with other staff assist in identifying and eliminating any situation which jeopardizes the health and/or safety of clients, staff, or others who come in contact with community mental health center operations
Utilize literature, workshops and other training aids to continually improve clinical and administrative skills
In conjunction with supervisor, complete and implement Individual Professional Development Plan
Assist in assuring Edgewater Systems compliance with all related licensing and accreditation requirements
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a Bachelors degree in a behavioral health field
Licensure preferred
Certification as a chemical dependency counselor
Licensed addiction counselor (LAC)
Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC)
Minimum Of 5 Years Experience Preferred
Possess a valid driver's license
Furnish own inspected, automobile as needed for Center work and transportation of clients
A good driving record
Appropriate automobile insurance and valid license tags
Company
Edgewater Health
Edgewater Health is an organization that provides primary care, mental health, addiction and pharmacy services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael LaBroi
Chief Information Officer
Ralynn Crockett, MPA-MHRM
Chief Human Resources Officer
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