ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Competencies:
- Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
- Knowledge of substance abuse and treatment is desired.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.
- Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background check.
- During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
- CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- One (1) year experience in a residential social service setting providing services to substance abusing population and/or equivalent experience and education combined preferred.
- Basic computer skills.
- Good documentation skills.
- Be able to multi-task; and
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field is preferred.
- High School Diploma required.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
- Not applicable to this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is primarily performed in a professional, office-based setting in a 24/7 program setting.
- Some outdoor activities may be required.
- UA testing of clients is required.
- Must be able to de-escalate situations in the program.