What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Counselor position at Comprehensive Treatment Centers?
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program
Seeking: Substance Use Counselor
Full TimeHours: Sunday - Thursday 6 am-2 pm
Our Benefits
The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high-quality, compassionate care through various mediums, which include both individual and group counseling sessions.
Job Responsibilities
Required Education, Skills, And Qualifications
Seeking: Substance Use Counselor
Full TimeHours: Sunday - Thursday 6 am-2 pm
Our Benefits
- Semi-Annual Bonus Program
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Competitive 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employer-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-being
- Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
- Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high-quality, compassionate care through various mediums, which include both individual and group counseling sessions.
Job 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.
- May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
- 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
- Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Prefer Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social or health services field 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.
- LADC or LCHMC preferred, not required