2 - CERTIFIED RULE 25 ASSESSOR(S) CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

2 - CERTIFIED RULE 25 ASSESSOR(S)

CHEMICAL HEALTH PROGRAMS

Open: July 26, 2017

Closing: August 16, 2017 @ 3:00 p.m.

Primary Function:

Working directly with clients, builds a trusting relationship and identifies appropriate treatment resources to improve client's chemical health. Reports to Out-patient Supervisor, full-time position with benefits, salary; $12.00 hourly or DOQ (increase with successful completion of 90-day probation).

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Possess strong counseling and motivational skills

• Identify useful, available, fundable treatment options that clients will pursue

• Refer to resources in the best interest of the client

• Follow Assessment Policies and Procedures of Chemical Health Programs

• Understand and abide by confidentiality rules and regulations

• Maintain & update client records daily, forwarding materials in a timely fashion

• Know and meet the standards for Minnesota Rule 25 and Minnesota Rule 31 Assessments

• Make cooperative links of clients to Care Coordination or Peer Support

• Find client options for immediate support when awaiting treatment placement

• Arrange transportation for clients to and from treatment

• Participate in training and ongoing professional development

• Participate in mandatory drug/alcohol testing when called upon

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• GED/High School Diploma

• One (1) year continuously chemically free

• Complete 30 Hour Training in Rule 25 & Comprehensive Assessment during probationary period. (Training will be offered only once. Failure to complete is automatic termination.)

Preferred:

• Certified Rule 25 Assessor (provide a copy of certification)

• Additional relevant Certification, Licensure, or Education

• Understand the relationship between assessment and treatment planning

• Knowledge of local resources for; chemical, mental, physical health and community support

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively counseling clients as manifest by one year or more direct counseling experience

• Skills in motivational interviewing a special plus

• Valid Minnesota driver's license

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test and Background Check

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are being accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847. Applications are also available at Chemical Health Programs.