Job Summary

Palo Alto County Health Systems is seeking a full-time alcohol and drug counselor with CADC, IADC, IAADC or similar certification for the Behavioral Health Department. The ideal candidate will be and individual with high ethical standards and a passion for helping those who struggle addiction to substances.

Education & Work Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in one of the fields of psychology, counseling, mental health, social work is required with a current certificate for drug and alcohol counseling.
• CADC or higher (Required)
• At least one (1) year of experience providing counseling in a human service setting or with people experiencing substance abuse disorders.
• Knowledge of level of care and ASAM criteria
• Must be eligible to gain an Iowa certificate if practicing in a field covered by state licensure law. Shall maintain a current Iowa certificate as required by practicing standards.
• Must have knowledge of the principles of human growth and behavior, complex physiological and psychological problems, and related treatment practice and therapies.
• Must pass a required background check, which includes Child and Dependent Adult Abuse, criminal record, and driving record checks.
• Be a licensed driver with a reliable vehicle and automobile insurance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participate in professional assessments, social histories, evaluation, diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment and implementation.
• Practice from a trauma informed, holistic perspective and assess for client strengths and resiliency
• Assess risk and safety and work with the client and/or their team to minimize these risks
• Identify environmental factors that impact families and link them to community resources
• Empower, engage, and build relationships with clients and/or families
• Be able to intervene effectively in stressful and crisis situations
• Provides individual, group and/or family therapy
• Develops an annual comprehensive assessment
• Provides crisis intervention consultation when applicable
• Able to work independently and as a positive member of a team
• Knowledge of completing documentation not limited to: treatment plans, assessments and service authorizations
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Access) and familiarity with the internet and email communications
• Other duties as assigned

We offer a wide array of benefits to full time staff including, but not limited to the following:

• Company matched IPERS benefits
• Health, dental and vision insurance (employee/employer shared cost)
• Paid Time Off