Counselor III, Addictions-1

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs counseling, care plan development, case management, family intervention, and referral work for alcohol and drug abuse clients receiving treatment at Denver Health. Facilitate group education for clients enrolled in treatment. Provides addiction education to assist patients to gain a better understanding and acceptance of the addictive disease process. May act as clinical lead for CAC I, II and III clinicians.

Essential Functions:

Performs assessments to identify client’s condition, problems, and determine disposition. (10%)

Interviews clients to obtain health history and/or complete intake evaluation which may include necessary paperwork. (10%)

Obtains and records patient vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure. (10%)

Assesses and adjusts staffing to accommodate sick calls, admissions, changes in patient cen...