Substance Use Counselor IV

About the role

The Substance Use Counselor IV at Mirror Lake Recovery Center is responsible for providing advanced clinical services, leading the counseling team, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions as scheduled and document as required.
• Evaluate the needs of patients and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• Facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Provide counseling services to families of patients.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents are completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Coordinate the activities of other clinical and direct patient care personnel, providing direction and clinical guidance.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards customers and always acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.
• Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Relevant licensure or certification preferred (e.g., LADAC II, CADC, LPC, LCSW, or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in substance use treatment or behavioral health.
• Strong understanding of ASAM criteria, trauma-informed care, and co-occurring disorders.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and crisis-management skills.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of clinical assessment tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in crisis intervention strategies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

Mirror Lake Recovery Center offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

$74,152/year

Schedule

5 days per week / 8 hour day shifts