Substance Use Disorder Counselor-PNM

Position Summary

As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor, you'll provide assessment, counseling, case management, and discharge planning services for individuals with substance use disorders. You'll work collaboratively with healthcare, behavioral health, and correctional staff to support continuity of care and successful reentry planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use screenings, assessments, and triage to identify treatment needs and appropriate levels of care
• Provide supportive counseling, psychoeducational groups, and relapse prevention services focused on recovery and stabilization
• Cook up care with medical, behavioral health, and community providers to support continuity of care and successful reentry planning
• Aid patients with treatment referrals, community resources, discharge planning, and linkage to aftercare services
• Maintain accurate documentation, manage patient requests, and ensure compliance with confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
• Support quality improvement initiatives, reporting requirements, and adherence to facility and company policies

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
• Currently licensed as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT). LISAC preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Two (2) years of addiction treatment counseling experience preferred
• One (1) year of correctional experience preferred

Qualifications

• Compassion and dedication to helping individuals overcome substance use challenges and build a foundation for lasting recovery
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of substance use disorders and evidence-based treatment practices
• Experience working with individuals in correctional settings

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Opportunities available for day, evening, and night shifts.

Facility

The Penitentiary

Location

Santa Fe, NM