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The Addiction Recovery Program provides care for adult patients with chemical dependency, including detoxification, residential stabilization, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and aftercare for the general public.
Patient Population
Adult
Number of Patients
18 Residential Stabilization Units
40 Outpatients
Counselor/Patient Ratio
1:8
Rotation/Shifts
Counselors M-F, 8a - 5p
Weekly on call rotation
12 hour shifts 7a-7p and 7p-7a with 8 hour shifts available
Skill Mix
Physicians
Licensed Practical Nurses
Patient Care Technicians
Licensed Professional Counselors
Licensed Certified Social Workers
Licensed Graduate Social Workers
Associate Addiction Professional
Unit Requirements
Counselors: Masters Level Required, Licensed or license eligible preferred.
Knowledge of 12 Step Programs is necessary.
LPN: Understanding of the nature of addiction, knowledgeable of detoxification medications and protocol and process.
PCT: Understanding of the nature of addiction, able to multi-task, good communication skills, ability to drive 15-passenger van.
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