Counselor - AK

About the role

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. Whether facilitating individual or group sessions, or assisting patients with treatment plans and coping strategies, your work will help foster a safe place for anyone looking to start their recovery journey. As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you’ll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards and ratios.
• Conduct individual sessions, facilitate group counseling, and deliver didactic educational presentations.
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and individualized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and unique client needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment through ongoing assessment of the client and their natural supports, modifying the service plan as needed.
• Coordinate care with other recovery and community-based service providers, engage in case management activity by sending referrals, completing documentation, and maintaining chart compliance.
• Include family and natural supports in the client’s treatment, per the client’s preference.
• Maintain and apply knowledge of new developments in the field of substance use as required by specific state licensure.
• Maintain a collegial relationship with other substance use professionals, programs, and associations.
• Maintain a thorough and comprehensive client record.
• Serve as the point of contact for coordination and communication with other systems where clinical knowledge of the case is crucial.
• Assist in screening and coordinating primary care services for clients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• QAP certification must be completed by the end of training.
• Active CDC I license or higher required.
• Behavioral health experience preferred.

About Community Medical Services

Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment program providing outpatient medication-assisted treatment, one-on-one counseling, and group counseling to those seeking help with opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona with more than 70 treatment clinics in 14 states, CMS is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
• 401K retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%.
• Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellness.
• Ongoing professional development.