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LifeWorks NW

Dual Diagnosis Evaluator #274

LifeWorks NW, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


The

Dual Diagnosis Evaluator

conducts assessments for corrections clients in collaboration with Multnomah County Corrections at multiple outpatient sites. Pay/Benefits:

$62,229 starting annual salary, plus full benefits. Responsibilities:

Receives referrals from parole officers to provide assessments for clients within the Multnomah County corrections system. Conducts Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug assessments in accordance with DSM IV and ASAM criteria. Coordinates with Lifeworks NW intake department and initiates referrals for ongoing therapy. Coordinates with parole officers and community resources providing referrals for services to clients. Documents and maintains client records to ensure compliance with agency and contract guidelines and confidentiality. Completes documentation as required within the corrections system. Gathers and maintains data for program monitoring and evaluation purposes. Develops and provides training to parole officers regarding issues of mental health, addiction, and behavior management as it relates to clients. Provides consultation to Parole Officers regarding client needs including evaluation reports and other issues as they arise. Ability to master the use of proprietary software including electronic health record system. Qualified licensed clinicians may be requested to provide licensure supervision as part of their regular position in compliance with the rules of their licensing board. Qualifications:

Master's degree in area of specialization directly related to work performed with prior experience working with addictions clients. CADC1 required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. More than 1 year experience in a broad range of clinical interventions and mental health assessment specific to the client population. Demonstrated ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, social and working relationships, and conducting a mental status examination; completing a five-axis DSM diagnosis; writing and supervising the implementation of an Individual Service and Support Plan; and providing individual, family and/or group therapy within the scope of their training. Compliance with federal and state confidentiality rules and regulations for alcohol and drug treatment records. Knowledge of community resources and treatment agencies enabling appropriate referrals for specific client needs. Knowledge of medications commonly used by the client population.

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