Position Summary:

Full-time SUDP needed for our Behavioral Health Department in Tumwater. We are is seeking an individual who will be responsible for providing direct counseling services to patients.  The counselor is the agent for providing services to patients in a one-to-one or group format, performing assessments, evaluations, and intakes. Services are provided to adults, youth, and their families.  These clients have a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency and may also have emerging mental health problems.

Applicants are expected to subscribe to the disease concept of chemical dependency with the belief that total abstinence is required for ongoing recovery from alcoholism and other drug addiction.  This job description does not suggest or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.  The person in this position will be required to follow other instructions and to perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Counselor will understand the services at the organization follow a client-centered model with emphasis on integrated care.