Under the supervision of the Program Manager,
the Intake Counselor is responsible for screening and providing orientation for
all new agency participants. The incumbent also conducts clinical evaluations
and provides referrals to participants when needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conduct alcohol and drug screens, and
bio-psychosocial assessments on potential participants.
2. Provide orientation of agency programs for
new participants.
3. Write clinical evaluations for participants
when needed.
4. Contact referral and collateral sources as
needed.
5. Attend agency and outside trainings for
maintenance, enhancement of knowledge and skills.
6. Maintain accurate records on participants
served.
7. Assign participants to group and schedule
their first sessions.
8. Make appropriate referrals for ineligible
participants.
9. Input appropriate data into computer
system.
10. Review and close cases as necessary.
11. Monitor and update participants’ list.
12. Adhere to professional standards of
ethics.
13. Ability to work one evening per week.
14. Participate in team meetings, and in
agency fundraising efforts.
15. Perform other duties as assigned by
supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Associate’s
or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field from a regionally
accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education
approval, preferred.
B. Must have at least two (2) years of
experience in the substance abuse, mental health, or counseling field.
C. Must have knowledge of standardized tests
used to assess participants for alcohol and drug problem, and knowledge of DSM
V criteria for abuse and dependence.
D. Must have the clinical skills necessary to
identify and assess problems related to or attributable to substance abuse/
dependence.
E. Must be certified by IAODAPCA, or
certifiable within two (2) years from date of hire.
F. Must have good oral and written
communication skills.
G. Basic knowledge of computer keyboard.
H. Bilingual/ bicultural preferred (Spanish/
English).
I. Must be sensitive and aware of current
issues in the field of substance abuse.
J. Must be culturally sensitive.
K. Possession of valid Illinois driver’s
license and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment.
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