As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 2613 W Henrietta Rd, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500130 Psychiatry SMH Addiction Psych Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URC 211 Compensation Range: $60,424.00 - $84,593.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: To provide outpatient counseling services under direct supervision as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team caring for individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) as well as patients with co-occurring mental health disorders (COD) and their families when indicated. Works on specific treatment goals as designed with supervision. Maintains productivity in accordance with program and departmental standards and complies with program and departmental policies and procedures. The substance use counselor 2 will have direct supervisory or mentoring responsibilities for counselor interns and new staff. Reports to the Clinical Supervisor of assigned clinic. Subscribes to the Department’s goal of creating a culturally competent environment by treating patients/families, trainees, research subjects and co-workers in a sensitive and caring manner with appropriate attention to cultural differences. Participates in available cultural competence events and trainings. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Evaluation and Assessment: Performs intake evaluations by direct interview of persons applying for treatment. Assesses chemical use history including pattern, type, and amount of use of licit, prescription, or illicit substances. Assesses patients for symptoms of substance use disorder, psychosocial history including, motivation for change, and personal resources. Gathers family historical data concerning drug and alcohol usage, relationship, and current functioning; prepares oral and written clinical reports of interview. Prepares and submits written and oral reports with supervision. *Percentage of time spent on this responsibility will vary based on role assignment. Individual Counseling: Carries out counseling of SUD and COD patients within the structure of a comprehensive treatment plan. Demonstrates utilization of evidence-based practices and listening skills, empathy, confrontation and supportive skills, ability to monitor patient participation, engagement, and motivation. Demonstrates ability to communicate treatment with other members of interdisciplinary team. Establishes long-term counseling relationships with patients. Group therapy: Demonstrates ability to independently facilitate group therapy for persons with substance use disorders. Maintains a working knowledge of the concepts underlying group therapy. Develops creative group programming, organizing and managing group rosters and content specific documentation. *Percentage of time spent on this responsibility will vary based on role assignment. Collaboration of care: Coordination of care and support for persons with substance use disorders with entities such as family, other health-related agencies, employers, criminal justice programs, and social service. Adheres to rules of confidentiality when communicating with outside providers. Coordinates appropriate referrals to community providers. Case records/documentation: Maintains active case records including written strength-based treatment plans, problem-oriented progress notes, periodic updates of treatment plans, and appropriate documentation of incidents, discharge summaries, interagency communications, and correspondence. Staff development: Participates in program staff development and informational activities including: Maintains continuing education in knowledge and skills affecting the discipline of substance use disorder counseling, and COD treatment, including attendance at in-service meetings. Provides on-site teaching to multi-disciplinary students observing program components and therapy. May give lectures/talks on specific topics to patients, and their families. Reports to clinical supervisor regularly for supervision of all clinical activity. Regular program multidisciplinary staff/team meetings to review policy, and procedures as well as conduct case reviews. Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to: Milieu supervisor Collaborative care sessions Mentor new staff and supervise interns Milieu supervisor management in clinic area Toxicology screen monitoring Assess patients for physical, behavioral signs of drug/alcohol use and perform BAC tests as needed. Preparing and administering toxicology screens Assist staff in assessing patient’s acting-out behavior, and develop a plan of action to help maintain the safety of other patients and staff in clinic. Provides supervision and consultation to Interns as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Master's degree in a discipline related to human services and 1 year of related experience in substance use disorder treatment setting required Or equivalent combination of education and experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to work as cotherapist in group therapy for alcohol/drug dependent persons and has a working knowledge of the concepts underlying group therapy including role of feelings, defenses required Knowledge of legal rights and societal attitudes toward the alcoholic/addicted person in and out of treatment required Addiction treatment. Counseling theories and techniques. Clinical writing. Health and human services resources; preferred. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS CASAC-T upon hire required CASAC Certification within 1 year required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

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