Substance Abuse Counselor Bad River

Summary:For further information and how to apply, contact directly:Send Application and Resume To:Bad River TribeAttn: Human ResourcesP.O. Box 39Odanah, WI 54861http://www.badriver-nsn.gov/Application material may also be emailed to:HRmanager@badriver-nsn.govHRassistant@Badriver-nsn.govThe AODA Counselor will provide direct client services in Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse (AODA).Job Announcement Flyer:Substance-Abuse-Counselor-Public-01.28.25.pdf [pdf - 171.95 KB]Duties:Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Provide individual counseling to help identify problems and explore solutions, set and develop goals and strategies, and motivate recovery in an outpatient setting(s). • Outpatient settings include but are not limited to corrections/local jails, domestic abuse shelters, and youth programs/schools. • Provide AODA assessments, outpatient counseling to individuals and groups, referrals when necessary, and facilitate support groups/family education for community members. • Implement culturally relevant, evidence-based practices and relapse prevention. • Monitor progress and evidenced-based intervention. • Help develop support systems necessary to assist treatment goals and achieve and maintain recovery. • Provide limited crisis intervention services. • Collaborate with other staff and programs to ensure quality resources for community members. • Maintain and implement policies and procedures in accordance with State standards and Bad River Tribal and Health and Wellness Center policies and procedures. • Complete all paperwork and supporting documents as required, including discharge plan and release of information forms. • Maintain confidential, accurate, concise, and timely records via electronic health records.• Submit monthly reports to the Behavioral Health Director. • Participate in required training, workshops, and meetings. • Other duties as assignedQualifications:Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Knowledge of the uniqueness of the Bad River Community. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience:Required:• Associate degree in behavioral health with Wisconsin CSAC or SAC credential. • Two years of experience in AODA assessment and counseling of individuals and groups with substance use disorders.• Knowledge of available AODA treatment and supportive services. • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize program objectives.• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.Preferred:• Bachelor's degree in behavioral health.• Experience with medication-assisted treatment.• Knowledge of Bad River Community. • Experience working in Indian Country. Other Skills and Abilities:Required:• This is a required driver position. Must have a valid driver's license and meet eligibility for tribal insurance. • Must not have an unlawful history with alcohol and/or drug abuse for at least two years before application. • Abstinence from alcohol/drug use is required upon employment and while employed in this position. • Due to the requirement of abstinence, there may be random drug screening. • Must be able to work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers and tribal, local, state, and federal programs. • Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. • Open-minded to culturally sensitive treatment plans, which may include a healing component such as sweat lodge, pipe ceremony, talking circles, etc.Work Type:Permanent, PartAnnouncement #:Substance Abuse Counselor LCOWho May Apply?US CitizensGet Details & Apply: