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SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor

The Province of St. Joseph of the Capuchin Order – Capuchin Soup Kitchen

 

Inspired by the gospel of Jesus and the example of Francis of Assisi, the Capuchin friars of the Province of St. Joseph, together with our partners in ministry, prayerfully build sister-brotherhood in the world.  We attend simply and directly to the spiritual and other basic human needs, especially those of the poor and disenfranchised, promoting justice for all.

 

Jefferson House is a 12 bed, residential treatment facility for men seeking to reclaim their lives from addiction. This Substance Use Disorder Counselor helps develop a support system for Jefferson House (J House) residents by evaluating their substance use problems and working with J House staff to coordinate residents’ treatment and activities of daily living.  They work in conjunction with the J House Director, Coordinator and House Managers to counsel residents, conduct therapeutic activities and maintain case records. This role will also provide house manager duties.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Demonstrate, exemplify and support the Capuchin Charism and Provincial Mission, Vision and Values throughout all professional responsibilities and activities.
  • Coordinate resident’s treatment and activities of daily living
  • Report on resident’s behavior and activities to supervisory staff
  • Check on residents periodically and be available to them to assist with their needs
  • Provide direct counseling services, individual therapy, and therapeutic activities
  • Develop and facilitate a weekly recovery group
  • Participate in case conferences and staff meetings and also as second facilitator for didactic groups
  • Complete and maintain appropriate and timely case records including, but not limited to, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries
  • Conduct all aspects of House Manager duties during assigned shifts
  • Check all areas of the house to ensure facility is maintained and in sanitary conditions
  • Participate in interviews of prospective residents, case conferences, and staff meetings
  • Perform follow-up work on discharged residents, including after care counseling
  • Comply with Province and ministry policies, procedures, guidelines and standards

 

 

Qualifications:  Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field, State of Michigan certification as a SUD Counselor, 2 years of experience in field, Chauffer’s license or ability to obtains, familiar with SUD treatment programs, able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings, able to travel locally, effective communication, problem solving, interpersonal, organizational and Microsoft Office skills