Substance Abuse Counselor II- CADC

About the role

We are currently seeking a full-time Substance Abuse Counselor 2 for our Montrose Behavioral Hospital location. Our goal is to provide personalized treatment for those suffering from mental health disorders and co-occurring addictions. We offer inpatient care for children ages 5-12, adolescents ages 13-17, adults age 18 and older, and senior adults age 55 and older, along with outpatient care for adolescents and adults.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual counseling sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required;
• Conducts group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required;
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions;
• Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment, for patients;
• Prepares individual treatment plan for each assigned patients;
• Ensures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear, concise manner;
• Makes referrals to other programs or facilities as needed;
• Provides crisis intervention to patients, as needed;
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients;
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested;
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care;
• Evaluates patient’s needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field with 2+ years experience in counseling field; or bachelor's degree in other field with 4+ years experience in the counseling field; or Master's degree in social or health services field with 1 year professional work experience;
• License/Certification: Active CADC and previous experience working with individuals with substance use disorders required.

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Company paid group term life insurance.