Substance Use Counselor

About the role

Our Benefits
Semi-Annual Bonus Program
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 that is second to none in the industry

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.
• Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED equivalent;
• Prefer Bachelor’s or Master's degree in social or health services field;
• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as 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.

Qualifications

• Maine CADC or LADC is required.