Some (So Others Might Eat) Washington , DC 20319
Posted 2 weeks ago
SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.
Compensation:
We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $59,092.80 to $63,000.00 and is commensurate with experience.
SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a full-time Clinical Setting Addictions Counselor for our Behavioral Health Services department at our Leland Place location, adjacent to the Benning Road Metro (blue line) in NE Washington, DC.
Position Description: The Clinical Setting Addictions Counselor provides individual counseling, group facilitation, intake, and assessment of clients in the addictions treatment program.
Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOMEs healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00 am
4:00 pm & Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00 am
7:00 pm. The position is in-person at our Benning Road location in NE Washington, DC.
Qualifications
Required: Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling; or Certified Addictions Counselor DC license; 1-2 years of experience providing addiction treatment or mental health services; experience providing services to the homeless population.
Preferred: 3-5 years of experience providing addiction treatment or mental health services; experience providing services to the homeless population.
Required License/Certification: 1) LGSW/LCPC from the District of Columbia Department of Health OR Certified Addictions Counselor I or II (CAC I or II) ; CPR/First-Aid certificate
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Facilitation skills
Team orientated
Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse issues including co-occurring diagnoses in a residential setting
Ability to use creativity, strengths-based approach, and evidence-based practices with client
Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities
Experience with DataWits, ECW strongly preferred
Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Expected Contributions
Addiction Treatment Services
Conduct initial individual assessments
Assess clients for financial eligibility including Medicaid and APRA; make referrals for enrollment when needed
Develop treatment plans and update them as needed
Coordinate client care in different phases of treatment
Provide outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment services to clients
Develop and facilitate addictions groups
Provide individual addictions counseling to clients in different phases of treatment
Participate in treatment planning, supervision meetings, and interdisciplinary meetings
Assess client readiness for the current level of care and transfer to residential treatment
Conduct case management for clients in collaboration with staff and programs
Complete discharge planning and make referrals to alternative programs as needed
Write client progress notes and maintain documentation in required electronic health record systems
Reports to: Clinical Director
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods.
To Apply: Go to our career page at
Some (So Others Might Eat)