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JACKIE NITSCHKE CENTER, INC

Please email Cover Letter and Resume, to Anna Johnsen at ajohnsen@jackienitschkecenter.com.
Job Application should be completed and brought to first interview.

Residential Assistant Position

Description

Part-Time and Full-Time: Benefits and Salary are competitive based on current area market analysis

The Residential Assistant position requires an individual to be an integral part of a professional healthcare team to assist in long term recovery of adults suffering from the disease of addiction. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Jackie Nitschke Center Service standards; includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities. Position includes night and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

As a member of our client’s treatment team, you would be assisting our clients with activities of daily living. You would also be promoting accurate implementation of Behavior Plans, reporting concerns and implementing changes as needed. Duties may include assistance in the following areas:

Medication monitoring
Health monitoring
Functional community skills
Monitors/reports client behavior in all environments
Potential for redirecting behavioral challenges
Maintain client records
Provide supportive training in daily living skills and food preparation
Intervene in emergency situations and attempt to avert potential crises
Assist to maintain cleanliness, safety, and physical condition of home and premises
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Exercise sound personal judgement
Report allegations of abuse, resident rights violations conflict of interest, harassment, or fraud to management.
Establish positive relationship with client, family, and their support network.
Encourages client compliance with the treatment the therapist/counselor is providing
Meal prep and light household maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have knowledge and understanding of chemical dependency.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Ability to adhere to team culture and principles.
Must have the ability to relate to people in a caring and understanding manner.
Must have basic household management skills.
Must have the ability to carry out any responsibilities delegated in the absence of other staff.
Prefer a minimum of two years chemically-free living if a recovering alcoholic or addict.
Ability to maintain self-composure and self-control under stressful conditions.

THERAPIST

Description

The Therapist will be responsible for conducting effective and professional direct therapy for individuals, couples, and families affected by mental illness and/or alcohol or drug abuse or dependency. Regular attendance and punctuality along with being prepared to commence work at designated work locations, on the assigned or scheduled days and hours is expected.

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions

Provide direct service therapy to clients with mental health and/or substance use disorders and their families. This will include individual, couples, family therapy, primary treatment and continued care groups, as necessary for the population of clients at any given time.
Provide Screenings, Intake, Assessment, Diagnosis, to individuals with mental illness and/or chemical dependency issues. Complete treatment plans with clients to address identified needs and work with a multidisciplinary team to provide the needed level of care.
Develop and maintain accurate case management records of assessment, treatment and current status/condition as required by state statute. Comply with DHS Chapter 35 and 75 requirements.
Provide educational information to community groups and individuals. Present training in the area of AODA and inpatient treatment to medical professionals and staff members as needed.
Assist in developing and providing ancillary groups or special services to other community programs relative to special needs populations, i.e., youth, elderly, women, minorities and others as deemed necessary.

Responsibilities Continued:

General Job Functions

Coordinate inpatient psychiatric treatment with other staff members and community and state agencies (as needed). This includes ongoing case management of services, (follow-along and follow-up) as needed.
Provide educational information and consultation to community groups, educational facilities, and individuals regarding department services and various issues relative to mental health, chemical addiction and emotional wellness.
Present training in the area of psychotherapy, addictions and patient treatment to community, medical professionals, and staff members as needed.
Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary agency clinical team. Participate in client staffing, offer cross-disciplinary training to staff and cooperate as a team member in the delivery of treatment to consumers with co-occurring disorders.

Reporting Relationships
Reports to the CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Requirements:

Training and Experience

Graduate of a certified college with a MA/MSW Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Sociology or related area.
Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor or Substance Abuse Counselor license required and Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

Knowledge of and experience in working with clients with Mental Health and AODA Diagnosis.
Knowledge of and experience with prevention, intervention, assessment and treatment modalities.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing at a level commensurate to the educational background needed for this position.
Able to effectively conduct interviews and counseling with AODA and MH clients.
Capable of conducting successful crisis intervention assessment and disposition.
Capable of developing and maintaining effective relationships with clients, their families, fellow workers and other community health professionals.
Possess emotional maturity, sound judgment and capable of working among a dynamic team of professionals.
Knowledge of basic computer operation and familiarity with word processing and data entry software.
Working knowledge of DHS Chapters, 20, 34, 35, 51.20, 55, 75, 90, 94, 331.

Requirements Continued:

Physical & Working Conditions

Over 50% of the time is spent talking and hearing.
50% to 75% of the time is spent sitting and 10% of the time is spent walking or standing.
There is occasional lifting of up to 15 lbs., and in unusual situations there is stooping, kneeling, balance and reaching.
Observing clients is approximately 25% to 50% of the time.

The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Administrative Assistant

Description

Provides office services by implementing administrative systems, procedures, and policies, and monitoring administrative projects. Promotes chemical free living for adults in a residential and outpatient treatment environment; Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Jackie Nitschke Center Service standards; includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Assisting in providing a family and home-like atmosphere through appropriate interactions with clients.
Answer and direct incoming calls, utilize staff schedules to determine availability.
Answer and direct guests who come to the door.
Assist Admissions Coordinator with Residential client intakes, following agency policy and procedure.
Working with appropriate staff to fulfill medical records requests.
Assist with daily operations of the office.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess a minimum of a High School diploma, Associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Be able to work in a fast-paced office setting.
Have a clear understanding of confidentiality laws protecting client information.
Have the ability to handle multiple tasks at a time.
Be able to function both independently and as a team member.
Have experience in the Microsoft Office Suite and proficient typing skills.
Have strong customer service, time management and multi-tasking skills.
Be flexible and dependable.
Have an attitude of empathy and compassion.

Clinical Program Manager

Description

The Clinical Programs Manager is responsible for overseeing the administration of the clinical team including counselors, recovery housing coordinator, admissions, resident assistants, interns, and the JNC alumni. This position will provide, leadership, supervision, guidance, clinical support, and minimal direct service. This role is responsible for the communication of all policies and procedures and will require some on-call availability. The Clinical Program Manager will work in collaboration with and report to the Clinical Director and will perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Jackie Nitschke Center mission, values, and service standards.

Responsibilities

Management Role:

Assist in the hiring, orientation, staff development, and training of all clinical staff.
Assist in the hiring, orientation, staff development and training of all residential assistant staff.
Oversee Recovery Housing Coordinator, provide guidance, support, with policies, procedures, compliance,
Supervise Intake Coordinator/Admission process.
Collaborate and support Resident Assistant Team Lead
Co-complete with Clinical Director yearly evaluation, employment reviews, and discipline of all clinical staff.
Provide scheduling for counselors and monitor PTO requests
Monitor scheduling of staff across the program to ensure economy and program coverage.
Work through client rights/complaints/grievances with Clinical Director assistance.

Responsibilities Continued

Program Related Duties:

Participate in admissions/client consultation/staffing issues/Scholarship reviews
Approve/staff premature discharges from services.
Provide In Person go- to Lead for clinicians for schedules/Be responsible for ongoing quality and systems improvement.
Supervise and assure all client records are kept in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
Be responsible for ensuring appropriate outcomes/data collection Participate in consultations regarding discharge of clients to and from the facility.
Provide or delegate community education opportunities
Provide assessments/direct service when there is coverage need
Maintain a small (no more than 6) outpatient caseload as needed
Monitor client records to assure compliance with these standards.
Develop new programming and monitoring of current programming to insure its effectiveness.
Maintain confidentiality and security of all client information in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
Assist with the completion of an annual review of all program policies and procedures and forms.
Lead client staffing sessions, monitor client progress, and develop plans to deal with the lack of progress.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum of two years’ training/experience in the field of addictions treatment.
Previous management/supervisory experience required
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field preferred but not required – pending sufficient experience and training.

contact the Jackie Nitschke Center today

Address

630 Cherry St, Green Bay, WI 54301

Phone Number

920-435-2093
24-Hour AA Hotline: 866-283-9057

admissions@jackienitschkecenter.org