Co-Occurring Substance Use Specialist - FloatingLocation: Cape Girardeau, MO
Must be able to Float between all 5 Counties (Cape, Fredericktown, Marble Hill, Perryville, and Ste Genevieve Missouri)
Full Time: Exempt
Work Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm - some evening hours may be required dependent upon client and agency need.
Base Pay: $42,000 - $50,000/year dependent upon licensure / experience. The Program The Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders (ITCD) model is an evidence-based practice that improves the quality of life for people with severe mental illness and substance use disorders(co-occurring) by combining mental health and substance use services. ITCD emphasizes that individuals achieve big changes in sobriety, symptom management, and independent living via a series of small, overlapping, incremental changes that occur overtime.
ITCD is a multidisciplinary approach involving pharmacological, psychological, educational and social interventions to address the needs of consumers and family members. ITCD promotes involvement of consumer and family in service delivery.
ITCD philosophy understands that recovery looks different for everyone and that for some consumers the goal may be abstinence, others it may be harm reduction. We will meet our consumer wherever they are at and work with them to meet their goals.The Job You would be responsible for providing individual and group counseling for substance use for clients enroll in ITCD program. The co-occurring specialist will provide services that ensure the highest level of care is provided utilizing stage-wise treatment and working to ensure all their work is in compliance with Community Counseling Policies and Procedures and with the fidelity and compliance for ITCD standards. The substance use specialist will participate in ITCD multidisciplinary team meetings.
Essential Functions Facilitate ITCD counseling and education groups.Work to provide education to family members of ITCD consumers.Provide Individual Counseling ITCD clients.Complete supplemental assessments for ITCD clients.Make appropriate referrals.Attend ITCD multi-disciplinary team meetings.Responsible for transporting clients in agency and/or personal vehicle as deemed necessary and appropriate to meet program requirements.Document according to clinical policies and procedures, DMH, CARF, and any other federal or state program per agency standards.Non Essential Functions Maintain confidentiality regarding client and/or personnel matters.Maintain compliance with all policy and procedures.Complete all required training.Work cooperatively with other departments and members of the community.Participate in all required meetings as determined by supervisor.Other duties as assigned.Must meet the Division of Behavioral Health's definition of Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP). A QAP would be one of the following:
A Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), orAn individual who meets the applicable training and credentialing required by the MO Credentialing Board for any of the following Credentials:Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Reciprocal Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRADC), Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRAADC), Certified Criminal Justice Addictions Professional (CCJP), Co-Occurring Disorders Professional (CCDP), Co-Occurring Disorders Professional – Diplomat (CCDP-D), Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor - Provisional (RADC-P), or Registered Alcohol Drug Counselor (RADC)Must be able to obtain CPR/FA certification. Valid driver's license for current State of residence, Class E for Missouri driver's license, or equivalent for State of staff's residence, and current auto insurance.
Who is Community Counseling Center?
Community Counseling Center (CCC) is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our five county catchment area.
Our Mission is to provide comprehensive behavioral health and prevention services to every person in need in our five county region.Our Vision is to create a behavioral healthcare system that is capable of upholding, supporting, and maintaining recovery of our clients.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join our team at Community Counseling Center and be part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). We believe that a diverse workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse client base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. Through inclusive hiring practices, unbiased selection processes, employee resource groups, ongoing training, and transparent progress tracking, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.
Our Benefits 24 Paid Days Off Your First Year+ get a day off for your birthday!Seven Paid HolidaysCompetitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental InsuranceCompany Paid Life and LTD InsuranceRetirement Auto-EnrollmentLegalShield and IDShield - Lawyer and Identity Theft BenefitPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Approved SiteEmployee Referral ProgramMuch More!The agency allots time to allow for therapists to obtain CEUs as well as shares free training opportunities as available. In addition, CCC will reimburse the cost for licensure renewal for staff members providing therapy.
Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
