Chemical Dependency Director directs chemical dependency and substance abuse treatment and recovery programs. Leads, supports, and develops care team members. Being a Chemical Dependency Director oversees services from intake through discharge for continuity and quality of client care. Prioritizes client safety and directs crisis management. Additionally, Chemical Dependency Director develops and administers approved standards and guidelines, ensures all licensing and accreditation requirements are maintained. Establishes and administers recordkeeping and reporting processes. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). Typically reports to a director. The Chemical Dependency Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Chemical Dependency Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Licensed Chemical Dependence Counselor (LCDC) is responsible for providing high-quality home-based and community-based services to youth and their families utilizing a recovery based and trauma-informed approach and providing direct substance abuse and co-occurring disorders services including but not limited to, substance abuse counseling, rehabilitative skills training, case management, care coordination, symptom management and crisis intervention. The Licensed Chemical Dependence Counselor (LCDC) will work with the provider community to develop responsive and flexible resources that facilitate community-based interventions and supports that correspond with the needs of the youth and families. Licensed Chemical Dependence Counselor (LCDC) will conduct assessment of strengths and needs at regular intervals to ensure optimal and personalized services. The Licensed Chemical Dependence Counselor (LCDC) will work with a Youth and Family Team for each youth and family with the purpose of being instrumental in developing effective Service Plans. The Licensed Chemical Dependence Counselor (LCDC) will ensure to comply with all documentation policies and procedures. The Licensed Chemical Dependence Counselor (LCDC) will maintain a flexible, organized, and efficient work schedule and is subject to work more than a normal workday and be on-call to facilitate program services.
Must be able to obtain First Aid Certification (CPR). Must be able to verify client’s whereabouts by driving, sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time. Daily use of various office equipment. Bending, stooping, climbing up stairs and lifting to 15 lbs. required to complete daily tasks.
This is a program which requires daily contact at various youth and family and community locations. Work shifts are subject to change. Noise levels vary from mild to moderate. This position may require extended periods of time in an automobile. Exposed to prevalent weather conditions.
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