Addiction Medicine Counselor (Full-Time, Days)

About the Role

Provides engagement, counseling, and case management services to individuals affected by substance use disorders, including co-occurring mental health conditions. Works within a multidisciplinary team to support members at various stages of recovery, delivering individual, group, and family therapy in outpatient or residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and documentation.
• Coordinate care, including medication management.
• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy.
• Contribute to program development, training, and process improvements.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
• Minimum one year of experience in SUD treatment or completion of an internship.
• Relevant licensure or certification (e.g., SUD Professional Trainee, Licensed Counselor, Social Worker).
• Knowledge of best practices for treating substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Competency in assessment, diagnosis, culturally aware care, confidentiality, and legal reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in electronic health records, virtual and in-person care, and case management.
• Ability to interface with multidisciplinary teams and utilize assessment tools like ASAM criteria.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years post-masters experience in SUD settings.
• Experience in integrated healthcare, adolescent treatment, family therapy, trauma, and crisis management.
• Training in Motivational Interviewing and Feedback Informed Care.
• State licensure in mental health and substance use treatment; dual licensure encouraged.