Substance Use Disorder Counselor
About the Role
Substance abuse counselor will assist patients through medically assisted programs and offer techniques for managing opioid addiction. The counselor conducts group and individual sessions to help with crisis management and coping strategies, evaluates patients’ progress during therapy, and collaborates with doctors, nurses, and therapists for optimal treatment outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual initial assessment and evaluation interviews for service eligibility determination.
- Facilitate, establish, and review the initial treatment plan with each patient.
- Provide individual and group counseling services; coordinate all services throughout treatment.
- Complete biopsychosocial assessments.
- Involve families and significant others in the patient’s recovery process whenever possible.
- Develop and participate in individual or group patient teaching projects.
- Respond to patient grievances and complaints as needed.
- Develop aftercare and discharge plans; complete all discharge paperwork.
- Perform other related duties as determined by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- Minimum: High School Diploma. Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s in a related field preferred.
- Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals is a plus.
- LADC, LCMHC, LICSW, or MLADC certification highly desirable.
- Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward patients.
- Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(K).
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Excellent growth and development opportunities through a counselor career path.
- Rewarding opportunity to impact individuals’ lives.
About Us
Health Care Resource Centers, part of BayMark Health Services, is a progressive substance abuse treatment organization committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to support long-term recovery and improved quality of life for each patient.