Substance Abuse Counselor

SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR 

Are you a dedicated and experienced Counselor with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards recovery? We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Counselor to contribute to our treatment team. If you excel in a dynamic counseling environment, possess a profound understanding of addiction therapy, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of our therapeutic programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking recovery. Apply now and become a key contributor to our mission of supporting individuals on their path to wellness! 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• CLINICAL CARE: 
  • Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic needs and best-practice guidelines. 
  • Provide crisis and de-escalation techniques. 
  • Conduct individual counselor sessions as appropriate to competency level. 
• TREATMENT PLANNING AND PROGRESS MONITORING: 
  • Assist with treatment planning. 
  • Review progress towards treatment plan goals. 
• COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION: 
  • Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team. 
  • Ensure timely care delivery, meeting performance standards, and ensuring a high-quality patient experience. 
  • Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings. 
  • Carry and effectively manage a caseload of patients. 

• DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE: 
  • Timely and comprehensively document all necessary treatment data into the electronic patient health record. 
  • Follow adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements. 
  • Attend required meetings, including individual and group supervision, and quarterly in-service. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• EXPERIENCE 

• Required: 1 year of experience in a relevant field 
• Preferred: 2 years of experience in a relevant field 

• EDUCATION: 

• Required: Consistent with state-level regulation and requirements, bachelor’s degree

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 

• REQUIRED: Active clinical certification or licensure consistent with state-level regulatory requirements, at minimum e.g. CSAC-S, CSAC, Resident in Counseling, LCSW-S, LCSW, LPC

BENEFITS AND PERKS 

• PTO (Paid Time Off) 
• Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer match. 
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities. 
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance. 
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) 
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field 

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional growth and development. 

Ready to shape our future by bringing in top talent? Apply now and be a key player in our success! 

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