Chemical Dependency Counselor I, II - Four Directions Anchorage Job at Southcentral Foundation, Anchorage, AK

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  • Southcentral Foundation
  • Anchorage, AK

Job Description

Chemical Dependency Counselor I, II

Hiring Range $64,106.95 to $85,475.93

Pay Range $64,106.95 to $96,160.42

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Chemical Dependency Counselor is responsible for the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders. Provides professional expertise and assists administration with a variety of therapeutic modalities and training programs in the field of Substance Use treatment.

This position has two (2) levels designed to provide progressively more responsible and independent work experiences. Progression between job levels is based on the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments.

Four Directions Outpatient Treatment Center is an outpatient treatment program that offers integrated substance use and behavioral health services for individuals and families struggling with addiction in their lives. Each customer-owner is supported by a team of professionals, including Clinicians, Chemical Dependency Counselors, Behavioral Health Case Managers and Case Management Support, who help empower individuals and families to take control of their mental health and substance use challenges. The multi-disciplinary team supports individuals on their healing journeys and assist individuals in developing a customized plan to help them walk a healthier path in life.

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

Qualifications:

1. Certified as one of the following:

Chemical Dependency Counselor I (CDC-I) through the Alaska Commission on Behavioral Health Certification requirements.
Behavioral Health Aide II (BHA-II) by Community Health Aide Program.
National Certified Addiction Counselor by National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors AND ability to obtain Alaska certification as a CDC-I or BHA-II within twelve (12) months of hire.

2. Two (2) years’ experience working in the Behavioral Health field (i.e., Sociology, Psychology, Addiction, Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing, Human Services, Social Work); OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

3. Completion of First Aid/CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.

Additional Qualifications for Chemical Dependency Counselor II: Meets all requirements of Chemical Dependency Counselor I in addition to the following:

1. Certified as one of the following:

Chemical Dependency Counselor II (CDC-II) through the Alaska Commission on Behavioral Health Certification requirements
Behavioral Health Aide III (BHA-III) by Community Health Aide Program.
National Certified Addiction Counselor II by National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors AND ability to obtain Alaska certification as a CDC-II or BHA-III within twelve (12) months of hire.

2. Two (2) years of direct service delivery of chemical dependency experience at Level I; OR demonstrated proficiency as a Chemical Dependency Counselor I.

Additional Qualifications for Dena A Coy, Detox Center, and Four Directions departments:

1. Obtain Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) approval within three (3) years of the Provisional Provider Application approval date with the State of Alaska.

Native Preference:

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements:

Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of SCF employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs designated as a Health Care Personnel (HCP) position, requires that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis) and COVID-19.

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Education
Preferred
Associates or better
Technical/other training or better
Bachelors or better in Sociology and Human Services

Job Tags

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