Substance Use Disorder Professional - Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT)

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.  Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.  As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.  If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

PACT is an intensive, community-based multidisciplinary treatment team that provides person-centered care to a shared caseload of adults whose needs are not able to be met through traditional outpatient services. The Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) focuses on treatment strategies related to the complexities of the combination of substance use and thought disorder symptoms. Services include but are not limited to engagement, supportive listening, psychoeducation, skill building, crisis assessment, prevention and intervention, resource education, coordinating, and assisting client with obtaining services while measuring client progress toward established goals and objectives.

The PACT team is the first-line crisis evaluator and responder during business hours, and the SUDP must participate in responding to crisis intervention as needed.

The PACT team participates in rotating weekend shifts to provide coverage for our clients during non-business days. If a weekend shift is worked by a PACT employee, the PACT employee will be able to take a different day off that same week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:

1. Provide evaluation and integrated co-occurring treatment to PACT clients with co-occurring disorders including, recovery plan development, assessments, and referrals for CD treatment. Core services include the following.

• Conduct ongoing comprehensive substance use assessments that consider the relationship between substance use and mental health

• Assess and track clients’ stages of change readiness and stages of treatment

• Use outreach and motivational Interviewing techniques

• Use cognitive behavioral approaches and relapse prevention and

• Apply treatment approaches consistent with the clients’ stage of change readiness.

2. Provide consultation, training, and education to teammates on issues related to co-occurring disorders.

3. Serve as the key PACT team member in the service planning for clients with co-occurring disorders. 

4. Provide individual and group co-occurring services in a range of settings.

5. Conduct risk assessments, develop and implement safety plans, and provide crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed, including facilitating access to inpatient facilities for behavioral health care.

6. Participate in on-call shifts as needed. The team has 24-hour responsibility for directly responding to psychiatric crises. The team is the first-line crisis evaluator and responder.

7. Demonstrate teamwork and goal-oriented productivity and Support team in achieving direct service goals.

8. Participate in daily multidisciplinary staff meetings.

9. Work with individuals and their family members/significant others to become collaborative partners in the treatment process.

10. Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with; clinical, administrative, support staff, community partners, clients, and family/natural supports.

11. Contribute to out-reached based, consumer-centered treatment, rehabilitation, and support.  75% of services must be provided on an outreach basis in the community.

12. Identify and include the client’s support network and applicable involved community partners in care coordination.

13. Participate in inpatient discharge planning with the goal of troubleshooting substance abuse related barriers.

14. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

15. Help consumers become less socially isolated and more integrated into the community by encouraging participation in community activities.

16. Participate in peer review, supervision, in-house educational and administrative meetings as indicated.

17. Develop and implement care plans, measurable objectives, and obtainable goals, in collaboration with the client, evaluating client progress and adjusting as needed.

18. Participate in any required training, consultation calls, and onsite visits or review when required by contract.

19. Accept delegation and follow through with specific expanded assignments and responsibilities within FBH system such as quality improvement teams, task groups, committees, consultations, mentoring or training responsibilities.

20. Assist clients in identifying and accessing resources and collaborate with community resources on behalf of clients.

21. Comply with all state WAC requirements and FBH policies and procedures.

22. Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.

23. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE: Pay is based on education level as outlined below.

REQUIRED:

• Associate’s degree in Addiction Studies or Substance Use Counseling or a related degree type.

• Washington State DOH certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional.

• Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire.

• Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work. 

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in behavioral health or related field.

• One year of experience providing substance use disorder treatment to individuals diagnosed with co-occurring disorders

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds, trauma experiences, cultures, education level, and socio-economic status. 

• Must possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to send and receive oral and written messages, in a clear, positive, prompt, and appropriate manner, while maintaining customer confidentiality.

• Ability to develop knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statues pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services.

• Knowledge of service delivery models including groups, skills training, brief/focused therapy, community-based interventions for adults with co-occurring disorders.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position provided client services in community settings on a daily basis. 

• Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.

• Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.

• Daily travel between locations is required.

• The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.

• Daily use of a computer is required.

• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds. 

• Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): Depends on degree level as noted below:

• Associate's Degree - $25.53 - $31.10

• Bachelor’s Degree - $27.59 - $33.24

• Master’s Degree or higher - $33.53 - $40.48

All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay for this position is as follows:

• Associate's Degree - $25.53

• Bachelor’s Degree - $27.59 per hour.

• Master’s Degree or higher - $33.53 per hour.

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Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

​WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits 

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks 

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.