At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.
In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.
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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Counselor Turning Point Treatment Center Dubuque
As a Counselor Turning Point Treatment Center Dubuque at MercyOne, you will Consistent with the Iowa Board of Certification (IBC) Standards, the counselor is a member of the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center multi-disciplinary treatment team and is accountable for the delivery of holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective care demonstrated by the use of the core functions of practice associated with the counselor role.
General Requirements:
The professional counselor will adhere to the IBC content. IC&RC Alcohol & Drug Counselor Job Analysis identified four performance domains:
Screening, Assessment, and EngagementTreatment Planning, Collaboration, and ReferralCounselingProfessional and Ethical ResponsibilitiesEducation:
Master’s degree in addiction studies or related field or working on completion of degree.Licensure as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) preferred. State certification as a substance abuse counselor or eligibility with completion of certification within one year following date of hire (tCADC, CADC, IADC, IAADC). Not required for: Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW), Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).Minimum of two years of clinical counseling experience in a mental health or substance use disorder setting is preferred.The counselor, if a recovering person, must have a minimum of three years continuous sobriety or freedom from mood altering chemicals.Maintain continuing education units per the state certification requirements and continuously seek opportunities to enhance their own professional nursing practice.Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 5 years thereafter.Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.