The SUD Specialist / Assessor completes impartial and objective alcohol and drug assessments using the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Patient Placement Criteria, DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and rating the severity of alcohol/drug use to determine a diagnosis and recommend an appropriate treatment placement at the most clinically appropriate level of care.

HRADAC hires highly energetic self-starters, who can work autonomously in the community and focus on meeting client needs from a holistic, integrated strengths based model.

Responsibilities:

• Administer the SUD Assessment tool, and other screening tools to determine a chemical dependency diagnosis
• Rate the severity of alcohol/drug use as Mild, Moderate or Severe
• Recommend an appropriate placement at the safest and most clinically appropriate level of care in a treatment setting that matches the client needs
• Generate clinically appropriate referrals into community based recovery oriented systems of care
• Establish working relationships with contracted providers and other community agencies

Qualifications: Minimum required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree / Master's degree
• Licensure through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board of KS (BSRB)
  • LAC – Licensed Addictions Counselor
  • LMAC – Licensed Masters Addictions Counselor
  • LCAC – Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor
• Computer skills require proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel & Outlook
• Ability to document client progress in electronic medical record
• Excellent interpersonal skills required - verbal and written
• Attention to detail required to complete documentation and reporting
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively with the public and staff
• Bi-lingual skills a plus

Benefits:

Salary is based on level of education and experience.

Full benefits package available including health, dental, vision and term life insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.

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Application Instructions:

Apply through Indeed or by sending a resume through the website at www.hradac.com

Heartland Regional Alcohol & Drug Assessment Center

913-789-0952 or 1-800-281-0029