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Overview
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program
Position
Substance Use Counselor
Responsibilities
- Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
- Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
- Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
- Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
- Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
- Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
- Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
- Plan for aftercare for assigned patients as appropriate.
- Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
- Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
- Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.
Required Education, Skills And Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field is required; degree must be from an accredited college or university.Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.Licenses / Certifications
TCADC (Temporary Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) is requiredActive CADC, LCADC, CSW, LCSW, LPCA, LPCC, or LPA are consideredBenefits
Semi-Annual Bonus ProgramMedical, Dental, and Vision insuranceCompetitive 401(k) planPaid vacation and sick timeEmployer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-beingOpportunity for growth that is second to none in the industryWe are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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