Substance Use Counselor- Certified

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program – Temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent full time.

Schedule

• Full Time (36 Hours)
• Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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 within the industry
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility

About the Role

Colton Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Colton, CA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, 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
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed

Pay

Calculated salary range for role in California: $27.45 - $29.99 per hour.

Requirements

• AOD Certification is required
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP, or CCAPP)
• HS graduate or equivalent required; prefer Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university
• 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