Substance Abuse Counselor $1500.00 Sign On Bonus
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 with us. 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. CMS is a CARF‑accredited addiction treatment program providing outpatient medication‑assisted treatment and one‑on‑one and group counseling for 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.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards and ratios.
- Conduct individual sessions, facilitate group counseling and 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 the ongoing assessment of the client and his/her natural