ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE DIRECTOR
Apply NowCompany: U.S Government
Location: Trenton, ND 58853
Description:
Summary:
The abuse of alcohol and drugs and mental illness constitutes a major threat to the well-being of our nation, and specifically, to the Trenton Indian Service Area. The Mental Health/Native American Resource Center (NARC) Alcohol and Drug Abuse Director assumes responsibilities in the facilitation of the mental health and alcohol and drug abuse programs with focus dedicated towards program administration, evaluation, screening and therapy services, training, community rehabilitation and aftercare, community education and prevention, purchased and referred care and wellness beyond abstinence. The Trenton Community Clinic consists of a primary care clinic located in Trenton, North Dakota. The Clinic is executed by and between the Trenton Indian Service Area and the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, acting through the Indian Health Service (IHS) pursuant to Title I of the Indian Self Determination Act (Pub.L. 93-638).
Job Announcement Flyer:
Mental Health_NARC Alcohol and Drug Abuse Director - Job Description_Final_1.6.2021.pdf [pdf - 154.63 KB]
Duties:
Promotes an organizational culture that embraces the values of respect, caring, support, effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility; and works with all staff to create and maintain a workplace environment reflective of such values Responsible for a high-level of decision making authority which includes accessing clients and determining appropriate methods to incorporate into treatment plans; determination of the need for and type of counseling sessions, selecting therapeutic tasks, setting procedures and rules for group meetings, referring clients for guidance and dealing with problems; and additional decision making authority surrounding approval of special projects, unusual policies and procedures, program staff needs, purchasing of equipment and in-service training opportunities Provide diagnostic services for individuals, who are either self-referred or referred by other service agencies to determine appropriate mental health/alcoholism/substance abuse treatment services Provide individual mental health/alcoholism/substance abuse counseling. A complete treatment plan which includes short term and long-term goals shall be established with each individual and the plans shall be a part of the client's case file Provide family counseling and established treatment plans shall be in place for each family serviced Provide community education/prevention activities which will include presentations and workshops related to mental health/alcoholism/substance abuse. Target group files will be established to document education/prevention activities Provide services for adolescents and their families such as individual, group, family, and aftercare counseling and services Compiles and produces progress notes, summary reports and other forms to document client information according to requirements and standards set by IHS and other social service, legal or state agencies Practices in accordance with professional standards established by the state Medicaid regulations and North Dakota laws Develops costs for services to fulfill requirements for third-party billing. Actively seeks additional revenue and funding sources for program services Serves as a liaison between the programs and community recovery organizations and provides community resources for clients in recovery with the programs Participates in quarterly quality chart reviews to ensure accurate and proper services are provided and documented
Qualifications:
Possess and maintain counselor and addiction licensure by the state of North Dakota o North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) required o North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners Licensed Addition Counselor (LAC) required Valid driver's license with acceptable motor vehicle record Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule which may include evenings and weekends Previous RPMS experience preferred Ability to apply basic theories and techniques used in counseling and treatment programs Ability to apply individual, group and family therapy techniques Ability to demonstrate excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills Adhere to high ethical standards of confidentiality and enforce HIPAA requirements and regulations Ability to proficiently utilize computer systems, software's, phone systems and other standard office equipment Read, process, and prepare reports, records and recommendations Must be detailed oriented and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills Must communicate information clearly and concisely for proper patient referral, follow-up care or to relay patient needs and behaviors to a treatment team Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity, and appreciation of Native American culture, traditions, customs and needs Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment requirements including a drug/alcohol test and background investigation
Work Type:
Permanent, Full
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals
The abuse of alcohol and drugs and mental illness constitutes a major threat to the well-being of our nation, and specifically, to the Trenton Indian Service Area. The Mental Health/Native American Resource Center (NARC) Alcohol and Drug Abuse Director assumes responsibilities in the facilitation of the mental health and alcohol and drug abuse programs with focus dedicated towards program administration, evaluation, screening and therapy services, training, community rehabilitation and aftercare, community education and prevention, purchased and referred care and wellness beyond abstinence. The Trenton Community Clinic consists of a primary care clinic located in Trenton, North Dakota. The Clinic is executed by and between the Trenton Indian Service Area and the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, acting through the Indian Health Service (IHS) pursuant to Title I of the Indian Self Determination Act (Pub.L. 93-638).
Job Announcement Flyer:
Mental Health_NARC Alcohol and Drug Abuse Director - Job Description_Final_1.6.2021.pdf [pdf - 154.63 KB]
Duties:
Promotes an organizational culture that embraces the values of respect, caring, support, effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility; and works with all staff to create and maintain a workplace environment reflective of such values Responsible for a high-level of decision making authority which includes accessing clients and determining appropriate methods to incorporate into treatment plans; determination of the need for and type of counseling sessions, selecting therapeutic tasks, setting procedures and rules for group meetings, referring clients for guidance and dealing with problems; and additional decision making authority surrounding approval of special projects, unusual policies and procedures, program staff needs, purchasing of equipment and in-service training opportunities Provide diagnostic services for individuals, who are either self-referred or referred by other service agencies to determine appropriate mental health/alcoholism/substance abuse treatment services Provide individual mental health/alcoholism/substance abuse counseling. A complete treatment plan which includes short term and long-term goals shall be established with each individual and the plans shall be a part of the client's case file Provide family counseling and established treatment plans shall be in place for each family serviced Provide community education/prevention activities which will include presentations and workshops related to mental health/alcoholism/substance abuse. Target group files will be established to document education/prevention activities Provide services for adolescents and their families such as individual, group, family, and aftercare counseling and services Compiles and produces progress notes, summary reports and other forms to document client information according to requirements and standards set by IHS and other social service, legal or state agencies Practices in accordance with professional standards established by the state Medicaid regulations and North Dakota laws Develops costs for services to fulfill requirements for third-party billing. Actively seeks additional revenue and funding sources for program services Serves as a liaison between the programs and community recovery organizations and provides community resources for clients in recovery with the programs Participates in quarterly quality chart reviews to ensure accurate and proper services are provided and documented
Qualifications:
Possess and maintain counselor and addiction licensure by the state of North Dakota o North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) required o North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners Licensed Addition Counselor (LAC) required Valid driver's license with acceptable motor vehicle record Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule which may include evenings and weekends Previous RPMS experience preferred Ability to apply basic theories and techniques used in counseling and treatment programs Ability to apply individual, group and family therapy techniques Ability to demonstrate excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills Adhere to high ethical standards of confidentiality and enforce HIPAA requirements and regulations Ability to proficiently utilize computer systems, software's, phone systems and other standard office equipment Read, process, and prepare reports, records and recommendations Must be detailed oriented and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills Must communicate information clearly and concisely for proper patient referral, follow-up care or to relay patient needs and behaviors to a treatment team Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity, and appreciation of Native American culture, traditions, customs and needs Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment requirements including a drug/alcohol test and background investigation
Work Type:
Permanent, Full
Who May Apply?
All Groups of Qualified Individuals