Substance Abuse Counselor - $2,000 Hiring Incentive

About the Role

We’re looking for a compassionate and driven Counselor who is dedicated to patient-centered care and recovery. With BHG, you’ll play a critical role in serving patients throughout their recovery journey by conducting counseling sessions, developing treatment plans, and making meaningful connections with patients. If you want to make an impact on the lives of many, join us in our mission to break patients free of addiction and rebuild hope.

Schedule

5:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Pay

$25.00 - $30.00 Hourly + Bonus Structure $2,000 Sign-on Bonus

Responsibilities

• Provide Care: Build trusting relationships by providing individual and group counseling for people recovering from drug use and alcohol disorders.
• Welcome new and returning patients by guiding them through the intake and orientation process.
• Connect patients with community resources and help them access the support they need.
• Follow up on referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every patient is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements.
• Manage Documentation: Develop, update, and maintain individualized treatment plans and accurate patient records.
• Collect and assess information about each patient's social, educational, economic, and vocational needs to provide care.
• Respond to crisis situations with compassion while completing required documentation.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Meet state-level requirements.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree (or higher).
• CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in behavioral health.
• Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to deal appropriately with patients and team members in stressful or other undesirable situations and to seek direction from supervisors when necessary.
• Ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug dependent patients.
• Knowledge of the substance abuse population, treatment planning, and the field of human social services to work toward the rehabilitation of the patient community.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Fast-paced clinical environment with periods of increased activity.
• Exposure to patients with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, infectious diseases, and criminal justice involvement.
• Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping.
• Alternating between sitting and standing throughout the workday.
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Frequent keyboarding and computer use.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, plus life insurance and disability protection.
• Competitive discretionary 401(k) match.

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible and predictable schedules.
• Early in/early out hours.
• No nights and no Sundays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Enjoy holidays off.

Recognition and Rewards

• Competitive compensation.
• Quarterly bonus potential.
• Incentives for certifications or licenses.

Employee Perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Self-care and wellness services.
• Exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options.

Growth