Unit Specialist- Women's Center, Iowa- Part Time

Let’s change lives together. 

Join a purpose-driven community of champions. 

Reasons to work at Rosecrance: 

• New competitive pay rates—because your talents deserve more!
• On-demand pay available through our Earned Wage Access benefit.

Position Purpose: This is an entry level clinical position working in the addiction field. Directly supervise clients in our residential treatment program.  As a Unit Specialist you will oversee the therapeutic milieu, offer support to clients, facilitate education and community groups, administer medications and transport clients to community events and appointments as needed.  The Unit Specialist is a member and actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and plays an important role to assist clients and their families facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. This position is a great way to gain experience in the substance abuse field with an opportunity for continuing education by obtaining the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor certificate (CADC).

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies or other related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
• Behavioral health experience preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, email, internet, and adept at learning new software

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to prescribed work hours set by leadership and fulfill additional hours as necessary to complete assigned responsibilities.
2. Provide direct contact and counseling, including supervision and behavior management of clients, implementing appropriate interventions and consequences.
3. Implement therapeutic activities.
4. Coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
5. Monitor assigned clients by collaborating with addiction counselors to develop and implement individual treatment plans. 
6. Schedule and conduct individual sessions to assist clients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
7. Coordinate and deliver lectures for clients, parents, and community resources. Utilize behavioral management techniques effectively.
8. Ensure that client service record is maintained consistent with laws, rules and regulations.
9. Develop and present all clients lectures listed on the client lecture schedule.
10. Observe, monitor, and record group dynamics.
11. Facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
12. Perform general cleaning duties as needed.
13. Consult with the members of the treatment team and plan daily therapeutic direction for designated shift.
14. Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shifts.
15. Supervise the tidiness of the unit and ensure proper use of equipment and supplies. Notify appropriate personnel of any supply shortages or equipment repairs needed.
16. Contribute actively as an integral member of the clinical team, fostering collaboration and inclusivity by participating in all team meetings, discussions, and activities aimed at enhancing client care. 
17. Understand and comply with all the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
18. Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the professional Code of Conduct and within the framework of the law.
19. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
20. Serve as a role model and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing the agency. 
21. Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Shift Schedule: Sunday & Monday, 7:00AM-3:00PM

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Based on education, experience, and credentials

• Starting pay:
• $18.43 per hour - High School Diploma
• $19.37 per hour - Associate's Degree
• $20.25 per hour - Bachelor's Degree
• Additional $.50/hr. with CADC certification

Shift differentials: Additional pay based on regularly scheduled shift hours

• Second shift (majority of hours between 3pm and 11pm): $.25/hr.

Work Location: Rosecrance Jackson Centers, Sioux City, Iowa 

Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary based on education, experience, and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• 401(k)