Substance Abuse Counselor//Addiction Counselor

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
$28.85/Hour on w2 with benefit
United States, Virginia, Hampton
Sep 28, 2024
Title: Substance Abuse Counselor//Addiction Counselor Location: Newport News, VA 23219 Pay Rate: $28.85/Hour on w2 with benefits Duration: 6+ months Shift Timing (Day/ Evening/ Night): Day Job Description: The Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts(HPHD) is seeking a Harm Reduction Coordinator to oversee and administrate our harm reduction program. The program is focused on individuals who are using substances or their families/support persons. The HRC must have an understanding of and respect for, each individual's unique path to recovery. The coordinator must have a working knowledge of the drug and alcohol treatment systems and a demonstrated commitment to the recovery community. The Harm Reduction Coordinator's role is to direct the day-to-day services of the district's harm reduction program, order and inventory resources, complete required documentation, facilitate and present harm reduction public education, and support the Peer Recovery Specialists. The coordinator will serve as the overall administrator of the district's harm reduction program. Specific Job Duties/Core Competencies Provide a supportive environment to clients where you can identify and build on strengths and enable them to empower themselves, recognizing that there are multiple pathways to achieve recovery. Order, inventory, and keep accurate records of necessary resources and supplies. Critique and optimize existing harm reduction workflow and procedures. Maintain project logs, reports, and records in appropriate files and database(s). Advocate on behalf of clients to seek wrap-around services, protect the rights of the client, and assist in reducing associated stigma. Train the client in the use of personal and community resources. Develop relationships with community groups/agencies in partnership with others in the agency. Work with HPHD staff and other community professionals to implement and promote Harm Reduction activities in the community. Develop, implement, and promote ongoing community training opportunities and outreach. Work in cooperation with the client's family members, other providers, and significant others who are involved in the client's recovery plan. Identify barriers (internal and external) to full participation in community resources and develop strategies to overcome those barriers. Observe all rules of confidentiality relating to clinical information and treatment, both internally and when dealing externally with agencies and individuals. Maintain professional conduct standards at all times, following the guidelines outlined by the Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts. Supervise clinical staff. Team and Professional Development: Coordinates activities with supervisor to ensure optimum use of time and effort. Attends staff meetings and community meetings. Participates in in-services, workshops, and classes to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs). Attends program-required training/educational sessions. Identifies and requests attendance at appropriate educational programs to enhance job performance. Will be responsible for supervising, managing, and developing the Peer Recovery Specialist personnel. Facilitates REVIVE and ACEs course training. Preferred requirements/KSAs Knowledge of harm reduction principles. Proficient ability with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel. The ability to communicate information clearly and efficiently. Experience working with diverse populations. REVIVE and ACEs certified a plus. Knowledge and ability to speak a second language a plus. Qualifications Highschool Diploma/GED. Part- or full-time paid work experience with clinical operations or program supervision. Personal experience with substance use services. Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist.