What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician / Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) - BHT 0511 NS#04 position at NavitasPartners?
Location: Aberdeen, WA
Employment Type: Contract (13 Weeks)
Shift: Day Shift (08:00 AM – 04:30 PM)
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) / Behavioral Health Technician to provide comprehensive care and treatment for individuals with substance use disorders. This role involves delivering individual and group counseling, psychoeducational sessions, and treatment planning, while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary behavioral health team.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in addiction treatment, clinical documentation, and patient engagement, with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key ResponsibilitiesPatient Care & Counseling
- Conduct individual counseling sessions for patients with substance use disorders
- Facilitate group therapy sessions and psychoeducational lectures
- Develop, implement, and coordinate individualized treatment plans
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress and treatment outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record (e.g., Meditech)
- Ensure compliance with state regulations and facility policies
- Document all counseling activities, treatment updates, and patient progress
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary behavioral health team
- Communicate patient progress, concerns, and care recommendations
- Participate in treatment planning meetings and care coordination activities
Required QualificationsExperience
- Minimum 2 years of addiction treatment experience
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary behavioral health setting
- Two-year degree or equivalent experience – required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree – preferred
Licensure Requirements
Required:
- Active Washington State SUDP License
Accepted Alternative:
- SUDP Trainee with:
- Active Washington State SUDP Counselor License
- Minimum 1,800 hours of relevant work experience
Required Skills
- Individual and group counseling techniques
- Psychoeducational program delivery
- Clinical documentation and EMR usage
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Behavioral health patient support and engagement
- Substance use disorder treatment planning and monitoring
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Compassionate and patient-focused with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based behavioral health environment
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation and compliance awareness
- Committed to supporting recovery and improving patient outcomes
For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.