Substance Use Counselor

Outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program in Bellingham, WA seeking a Substance Use Counselor. Full-time position with early morning hours.

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth within the industry
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility

About the Role

Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, is the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patient's recovery
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient
• Conduct initial assessments as well as follow-up assessments
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed
• Perform case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed

Pay

• Hourly range: $24.00 - $28.00 (Washington location)

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required; Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field preferred (degree must be from an accredited college or university)
• Washington SUDPT or SUDP certification required
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings (e.g., outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities)
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques
• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards)
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists