Substance Use Disorder Professional - Military veterans preferred

2025-07-04
Behavioral Health Services - 12th Avenue
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Yakima
Washington
98901
United States


Position Title: Substance Use Disorder Professional


City: Yakima

State/Territory: US-WA

Employment Duration: Full time

Offer Relocation: No

Excempt Status: Non-exempt

ID: 15103

Description:

Join our team as a Substance Use Disorder Professional at Behavioral Health Services on 12th Avenue in Yakima, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew" for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

What We Offer

  • $23.38-$28.64/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

  • Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills

  • 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine

  • Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

  • Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You’ll Do:

  • Ensures the provision of an effective treatment process including:
    A. Assessments are comprehensive and completed within required timeframes.
    B. Documentation of patient progress is evident in the client record
    C. Treatment plan reviews and updates occur per WAC requirements.
    D. Submits individual compliance/non-compliance reports within required timeframes.
  • Diagnoses alcohol and substance abuse disorders.
  • Creates, recommends, monitors, and documents patient treatment plans.
  • Understands proper scoring of all instruments and tools
  • Clinical records are accurate and complete according to relevant YVFWC and regulatory standards.
  • Uses the Patient Placement Criteria (PPC) of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) in admission, continued stay and discharge/transfer decisions in accordance with WAC regulations.
  • Maintains evaluation case reports and documents progress of attainment of goals.
  • Provides individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Provides case management activities, i.e., determines eligibility for treatment needs, locates housing, medical care, childcare, emergency assistance and other needed services.
  • Coordinates health care treatment with other Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic (YVFWC) professionals.
  • Completes contact logs for all engagement and outreach efforts per required contract documentation.
  • Understands and uses billing principles accurately including substance use disorder terminology, and procedure codes. Accurately completes billing documentation per established procedures.
  • Provides clear and timely written reports to courts and probation officers as needed.
  • Establishes relationships with community organizations and Local and State agencies to identify and assist individuals in need of services.
  • Presents to and/or trains YVFWC staff, schools, and community groups on substance use disorders.
  • Participates in all outreach and engagement under the supervision of the SUD Supervisor.
  • Completes contact logs for all engagement and outreach efforts per required contract documentation.
  • Participates in the development and provision of co-occurring disorder programs for individuals with mental health and substance use disorder needs.
  • Complies with Washington Administrative Code (WAC) regulations, Chain of Custody procedures, Communicable Disease and Exposure Control Plan and Policy, professional codes of ethics, and YVFWC policies and procedures.
  • Participates in the development and revision of procedures that reflect regulatory requirements.
  • Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Associate of Art's (AA) Degree in Human Services, Social Work, or Sociology. Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester credits from an approved school per WAC 246-811-030 may substitute for required Associate of Arts (AA) degree. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or other relevant field is preferred.
  • Experience working with both youth and adults preferred.
  • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting preferred.
  • Current Substance Use Disorder Professional license in the State of Washington.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within 45 days of hire.
  • Bloodborne pathogens training within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
  • HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B training within 30 days of hire.
  • Current Washington State driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate at level 10 on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential pay.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion.
  • Knowledge of community resources, and demonstrated skills in engagement and motivating individuals to improve their health.
  • Knowledge of cultural differences and ability to work effectively with culturally diverse populations.Public speaking and facilitation skills. Effective verbal, written and listening communication skills with individuals and groups.
  • Basic proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge and skills in the use of electronic health records preferred.

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!





Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI274828569