Chemical Dependency Counselor jobs in Colorado

Chemical Dependency Counselor runs individual, family, and group counseling for patients in chemical dependency programs. Acts as mediator between patients, relatives, medical staff, and outside agencies if needed. Being a Chemical Dependency Counselor tracks patient progress and dispensation of treatment services. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent; meets the standards for Chemical Dependency Counselor Certification Board, or other appropriate certification. Additionally, Chemical Dependency Counselor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Chemical Dependency Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Registered Nurse Chemical Dependency
  • Intermountain Health
  • Wheat Ridge, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job Description:

    The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members.

    Posting Specifics

    • Benefits Eligible: Yes

    • Shift Details: Full Time, Night shift

    • Unit/Location: Chemical Dependency; Wheat Ridge, Colorado

    • Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

    Benefits:

    Intermountain Healthcare offers a generous benefits package that contributes to the overall health and compensation of each caregiver.

    • Various insurance options through Select Health, Intermountain's insurance company

    • Onsite fitness centers and discounts to local gyms

    • LiVe Well caregiver incentive program - up to $300 per year

    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - including free counseling for caregivers and their immediate family

    • Over302,000 discount offers across 10,000 cities on everything from movie tickets, pizza and the zoo to car rentals and hotels

    • Paid Time Off including but not limited to Parental Leave, Long and Short-Term Disability

    • 401(k) with up to 6% employer contribution

    • Up to $1,500 referral bonus

    • Tuition Reimbursement

    • Tuition Assistance through Peak - up to $5,200 per year paid to your school as you go

    Scope


    As a Registered Nurse you know that every day is different, which is why you need to know how to

    • Assess, recognize and address patients psychological and physical needs

    • Foster quality of care with the best interests of patients and their families in mind

    • Communicate compassionately and effectively

    • Assist in developing individualized treatment plans

    • Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines

    • Oversee care delivered by LPNs and/or CNAs

    • Participate in clinical team conferences

    • Follow hospital, regulatory and professional guidelines, policies and procedures

    Minimum Qualifications

    • ASN from an accredited program; BSN within 4 years

    • Current Colorado RN license

    • Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association

    • One year of nursing experience in a comparable setting, preferred

    Physical Requirements:

    Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

    Anticipated job posting close date:

    04/04/2024

    Location:

    West Pines

    Work City:

    Wheat Ridge

    Work State:

    Colorado

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:

    36

    The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

    $37.17 - $56.06

    We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

    Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our, and for our ; and our commitment to.

    Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.



    Our facilities do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services or activities, or on the basis of sex (gender) in health programs and activities

     

  • 26 Days Ago

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LPN Chemical Dependency
  • Intermountain Health
  • Wheat Ridge, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job Description:The LPN, under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or other specified health care professional, participates in patient care commensurate to Scope of Practice.Post...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Driver - Local
  • Advanced Chemical Transport LLC
  • Denver, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryThis position will support operations for ACTEnviro by conducting environmental services and collections while observing safety protocols (proACTive). AccountabilitiesAbility to drive with ...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Experienced Detailer
  • JAL Chemical CO
  • Thornton, CO FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for experienced auto detailers to staff multiple locations in the Denver Area. We offer competitive pay, 401k match, health insurance and PTO. Job duties: Full recondition of exterior a...
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Project Manager
  • Advanced Chemical Transport LLC
  • Denver, CO FULL_TIME
  • The PM will act as liaison with the different federal, state and county agencies that routinely audit the client’s facilities. Responsibilities-Primary Supervise and manage all aspects of hazardous wa...
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Field Chemist I
  • Advanced Chemical Transport LLC
  • Denver, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryThis professional technical skilled position is responsible for sorting and transporting hazardous, non-hazardous waste, and biowaste while observing all safety protocols (proACTive). Inter...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • Elevate Recovery Centers Llc
  • Glen Burnie, MD
  • Job Description Job Description Job Purpose: Working under general supervision is responsible for performing a full rang...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • RESOLVE WELLNESS
  • Columbus, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Provide substance abuse counseling and relapse prevention support to clients. Make refer...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • Southern Indian Health Council, Inc
  • San Diego, CA
  • Job Description Job Description GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Chemical Dependency Counselor is responsible ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • Southern Indian Health Council, Inc
  • Alpine, CA
  • Job Description Job Description GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Chemical Dependency Counselor is responsible ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residential Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • Lower Shore Clinic Inc
  • Salisbury, MD
  • Job Description Job Description THE LOWER SHORE CLINIC IS GROWING! We are building a new team and expanding our services...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chemical Dependency Counselor III
  • Northwell Health
  • Staten Island, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Provides screening, orientation, assessment, and counseling services to patients. Perfor...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residential Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • Lower Shore Clinic Inc
  • Newark, MD
  • Job Description Job Description THE LOWER SHORE CLINIC IS GROWING! We are building a new team and expanding our services...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residential Chemical Dependency Counselor
  • Lower Shore Clinic Inc
  • Princess Anne, MD
  • Job Description Job Description THE LOWER SHORE CLINIC IS GROWING! We are building a new team and expanding our services...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Chemical Dependency Counselor jobs
$52,641 to $67,647

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