Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified Substance Abuse Counselor to join our dynamic behavioral health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive addiction counseling and mental health support to individuals struggling with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and behavioral challenges. Your expertise will help clients achieve lasting recovery, improve their overall well-being, and regain control of their lives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse populations through evidence-based practices and compassionate care.

Duties

• Conduct thorough client assessments to evaluate substance use history, mental health status, and co-occurring disorders using DSM-5 criteria and clinical documentation standards.
• Develop personalized treatment plans incorporating behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions focused on addiction medicine, mental health counseling, relapse prevention, and behavioral health strategies.
• Implement crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols to support clients during acute episodes or emergencies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical terminology standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, medical professionals, family members, and community resources to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
• Conduct client monitoring progress through ongoing evaluation, and adjust treatment approaches accordingly to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (e.g., CADC, CSAC, CSAC-S) with active licensure or registration as required by state law.
• Proven experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Strong knowledge of psychotherapeutic techniques such as motivational interviewing, behavioral therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), applied behavior analysis (ABA), and evidence-based practices in addiction medicine.
• Familiarity with clinical documentation standards, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and medical terminology.
• Experience working in hospital settings or home & community care environments preferred.
• Ability to perform client assessment in therapy settings while maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.
• Excellent crisis management skills with the ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for medical records management and data collection related to patient care outcomes.
• Strong communication skills for client engagement, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Join us if you are committed to transforming lives through compassionate addiction counseling grounded in research-based methods! We welcome energetic professionals eager to foster recovery and resilience within our vibrant community of care providers.

Pay: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)
• CSAC or CSAC-S (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Henrico, VA 23294 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $31