NOTE: Job Description subject to change
ASSISTANT
COUNSELOR JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY
The
Assistant Counselor assists in planning, developing, coordinating and conducting
of the facilities functions and provides client services as assigned by his or
her immediate supervisor. This position is a beginning level counseling position
with primary duties centering on client admission, orientation, and in obtaining
the necessary assessment data for diagnosis and treatment. Upon obtaining
experience with the facilities recovery philosophy and the trust and respect of
the clients, the Assistant Counselor may be expected to increase their functions
to include facilitating therapeutic activities and managing case loads under the
direction of his or her supervisor. At such times, the specific duties of
Counselor shall apply.
DETAILED
DESCRIPTION
The
duties of the Assistant Counselor include but are not limited to:
(a)
Intakes
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Performing intakes upon new
clients;
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Searching personal possessions of
new clients of the same sex;
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Explaining the facility Guide
Lines and Rules and Regulations;
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Assigning a client guide to the
new entrant.
(b)
Client Relations
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Weekly one-on-one discussion with
each client;
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Problem solving that does not
necessitate direct intervention from his or her supervisor;
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Recording observations of clients
and the facility and reporting to his or her supervisor;
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Upholding the rules and
regulations and reporting infractions.
(c)
Other Duties
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May be required to drive clients
and/or other staff members to and from necessary
appointments,
meetings, etc.;
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Answer phones and greet guests;
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Perform secretarial duties;
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Supervise the general running of
the facility.
JOB
RELATIONSHIPS
1. Workers supervised :
Client volunteer workers
2. Supervised by:
Counseling Director
3. Promotion from:
Non established
4. Promotion to:
Counselor after no sooner than three months, once
credentials are established.
5. Staff relations:
Maintain positive professional relations with staff.
6. Public relations:
Maintain positive professional relations in community
representation of C.R.S. and The Cornerstone.
QUALIFICATIONS
The
Assistant Counselor must have:
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No history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of 12
months immediately preceding the date of employment.
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At least a high school diploma or equivalent.
> A minimum of 500 hours work experience in a drug and/or alcoholism agency or facility.
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Not on Probation or Parole
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Valid
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CPR and First Aid Certification (required prior to starting)