Unit Specialist-Adolescent Behavioral Health
Position Purpose:
This is an entry level clinical position working in the addiction field. This role provides a therapeutic environment to our clients in our adolescent group, by leading groups, transporting clients to outside meetings, assisting with relapse prevention, and preparing our clients with the life skills needed to help them during the recovery process. This position is a great way to gain experience in the substance abuse field. This is a great opportunity for continuing education by obtaining the certified alcohol and other drug abuse counselor certificate (CADC).
Schedule:
Tuesday-Saturday OR Thursday-Monday 3:30pm-11:30pm
Essential Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the behavior of the clients and provide appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
- Coordinate and supervise patient recreational activities.
- Monitor assigned patients by consulting with the primary counselor in developing and implementing the individual treatment plan and scheduling individual sessions to assist the patients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
- Ensure that patient service records are maintained consistent with required rules and regulations.
- Develop and present all patient lectures listed on the clients lecture schedule.
- Observe, monitor and record group dynamics.
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or GED and one year of addiction treatment experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Skilled in behavioral management techniques
- Ability to coordinate and present lectures for patients, parents and community resources
- Valid Illinois driver’s license
- Certified Addictions Counselor or able to be certified within 24 months
Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer.
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