SUD Counselor

Clear Behavioral Health is dedicated to supporting individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges through compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care. We provide a full continuum of services, including detox, dual diagnosis treatment, residential and outpatient programs, and specialized mental health services, all delivered by a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians and support professionals. Our person-centered approach focuses on treating the whole individual, while empowering clients with the tools, structure, and support needed to achieve long-term recovery and lasting stability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee counselor documentation in clinical section of each client chart and assess for deficiencies.
• Attend and participate in clinical team meetings.
• Facilitate multi-disciplinary treatment planning and updates for assigned clients (ensures inclusion of all treatment modalities/disciplines).
• Conduct individual sessions for all assigned clients.
• Facilitate group sessions, education, and meetings per program schedule.
• Coordinate family/conjoint therapy as specified in individual client's treatment plans.
• Contact all family members weekly and referral sources.
• Provide daily clinical progress notes in the client's chart.
• Participate in in-service training, individual/group supervision meetings, and counselor/residential staff interface meeting.
• Ensure client records for assigned case load are comprehensive, complete, neat and meet licensing standards.
• Provide urine analysis to clients of the same gender after successfully completing the UA competency exam.
• Routinely attend meetings and/or events where clients are present to observe staff conduct.
• Represent program positively in all scenarios perceived as marketing opportunities.
• Manage and deliver up to 25 client-facing service hours per week, with up to 15 hours allocated for administrative and non-billable duties.
• Other duties as assigned by the clinical director or program director.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred) in a mental health related field or up to 3 years working in the SUD and behavioral health field.
• Experience working in a residential or outpatient setting.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate communication skills and ability to establish a therapeutic alliance with clients.
• Cultural competence and ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven advanced skills in facilitating individual/group counseling.
• Ability to relate with detachment and empathy to clients and families.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of addiction and human behavior.
• Experience with sustainability practices in facility management.

Pay

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM), fully on-site.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Retirement plan
• Paid sick, time off, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Other company-sponsored wellness or support programs