Substance Use Counselor

Description

AppleGate Recovery is an addiction treatment program that provides medically-supervised services for adults in various modalities and settings. As the largest specialty organization addressing the opioid crisis, we deliver high-quality care to our patients.

About the role

The licensed counselor will offer support and assistance to patients enrolled in Medication Assisted Treatment for opioid use disorder. Using evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed approach, the counselor will help patients develop individualized coping techniques and symptom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services; direct service at regularly scheduled intervals based on patient need, best practices and state regulations;
• Coordinate all services throughout treatment;
• Conduct initial assessment and evaluation to determine eligibility for services;
• Complete bio-psychosocial assessment;
• Establish individualized treatment plan with each patient and review as clinically indicated;
• Respond, as needed, to patient grievances and complaints;
• Develop aftercare and discharge plans;
• Support 4 other locations/clinics.

Requirements

• Current Louisiana licensure - LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LAC, LRC;
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals;
• Demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population;
• Ability to collaborate with compassionate and knowledgeable counseling team members;

Qualifications

• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen;

Skills

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices;
• Experience with trauma-informed care;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(K);
• Generous paid time off;
• Excellent growth and development opportunities;
• Satisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemic.