What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Outpatient position at Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.?
Description:
Help others take the first steps toward recovery and healing.
AMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Requirements:
Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate their recovery journey and build a healthier future? AMHC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor in Machias to provide assessment, counseling, and supportive services for individuals living with substance use disorders.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of individuals and families while working within a strong, integrated care team that includes mental health, recovery, and community-based supports.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide comprehensive substance use services, including assessments, individual, group, and family counseling, consultation, and community education.
- Offer integrated behavioral health support by addressing both mental health and substance use needs.
- Deliver Co-Occurring services to individuals with substance use and mental health diagnoses or developmental disabilities.
- Maintain active engagement with clients and referral sources to support individualized treatment goals.
- Support “No Wrong Door” philosophy by assisting clients and families with referrals and resource access.
- Help clients navigate AMHC’s full continuum of care, including MAT, Residential, Peer Recovery, and Court-related services.
- Provide transportation to clients when necessary through collaboration with local bus services.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with licensing and billing requirements.
- Participate in regular team meetings and interdisciplinary case reviews.
What You Bring:
- Minimum of a CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor), LADC, or LCPC/LICSW with SUD experience preferred
- Knowledge and experience in working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders
- Strong communication and clinical documentation skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with community resources and an interest in engaging with local support systems
- Commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally respectful care
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Why Join Us?
- Mission-driven work that makes a lasting impact
- Supportive, collaborative work environment
- Full access to AMHC’s integrated network of care services
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to grow your career within the agency
Benefits Offered:
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AFLAC
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403B with match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- PTO with Floating Holidays
Ready to Apply?
Help others take the first steps toward recovery and healing.
AMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
IND123
Requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with one year of experience of a formal or subjective nature.
- The position requires the individual to hold and maintain licensure as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), leading to the achievement of full licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC).
- Clinical consultation through a Clinical Consultant Supervisor (CCS) will be provided to those staff who are not yet licensed at the LADC level.
- Holders of this position must complete a physical at least once every three years.
Salary : $38,992 - $46,791