Substance abuse counselor job description

FT Linthicum Heights, MD. 21090

Maryland House Detox

As a Nurse working for Maryland Detox, you will join a team of multi-disciplinary professionals all working together to help adults learn the tools to become and remain stable and healthy. Maryland House Detox is well established in the local community and has helped countless clients since its beginning. Conveniently located near BWI airport between Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD, we offer clients a safe and comfortable environment to successfully withdraw from addictive substances.

Maryland House Detox offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We offer professional development, we foster a culture of community and growth, as well as inclusive of life experiences in recovery. This culture extends to staff engaging events (both onsite and offsite) examples include holiday celebrations and sporting themes. We are looking for the best talent to join our team as we capitalize on people's strength and encourage internal career progression.

Areas of Responsibility:

· Maintain client case load in detox setting

· Performs group facilitation and support treatment goals

· Assessing clients using the standardized or evidence-based assessment tools and diagnosing clients for substance disorders using the DSM 5

· Obtaining previous records that are relevant to the current treatment episode

· Collaborating with the client to develop a written treatment plan that is client-centered and recovery oriented and includes goals and measurable objectives

· Providing the substance abuse counseling services specified in the client treatment plan

· Reviewing clients throughout the treatment episode according to ASAM PPC-2R, to determine the need for continued services or discharge/transfer

· Reviewing and, where necessary, revising the substance abuse counseling portion of the client treatment plan to address emerging problems

· Providing active case consultation

Benefits and Perks offered:

· Generous paid time bank (vacation, holiday, and sick banks)

· Time and half on holiday pay

· Learning program: educational sessions and clinical supervision potential

· Leadership development

· Incentives for service awards

· Promote engagement and recognition of longevity

Requirements:

Qualifications:

· Previous experience with Group Facilitation

· Preferred experience in Detox setting

· Certified Associate Counselor - Alcohol and Drug (CAC-AD) - Bachelor-level alcohol and drug counselor with appropriate level education

· Certified Supervised Counselor - Alcohol and Drug (CSC-AD) - Associate-level alcohol and drug counselor with appropriate level education

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The starting pay for this position is $22.00/hour.

Management & Training Corporation is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor II, looking to give people hope, skills, and opportunities for a better life.

This position is located at Kyle Correctional Center located in Kyle, Texas

Position Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Two years of full-time, wage-earning experience in substance abuse treatment or substance abuse education.
• Current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals or current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.
• A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Job Responsibilities:
Substance Abuse Counselor IIs directly supervise the Substance Abuse Counselor Interns. They perform highly complex substance abuse counseling work within Substance Abuse Felony Punishment facility (SAFPF)/In-Prison Therapeutic Community (IPTC) programs. Work involves planning, coordinating, and implementing substance abuse counseling activities as well as coordinating with other departments to ensure the maximum utilization of resources available for chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Why: Help humans break the cycle. Join our team as a Substance Abuse Counselor II and transform lives!

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**Sign On Bonus Available**
Our Passion:
We are improving the lives we touch. We need passionate, talented people working together who share our desire to provide the best quality care to our patients and lead the fight against the opioid epidemic. We are prepared to treat the entire disease, not just a piece of it.
Our Team:
East Indiana Comprehensive Treatment Center, located in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, 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 that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. Our mission is to provide full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications. Our team is the front line of our fight against the opiate epidemic.
Our Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Sign On Bonus Employer paid clinical supervision for candidates seeking CADAC II or CADAC IV Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
Your Job as a Substance Abuse Counselor:
The Substance Abuse Counselor is instrumental in our patient's treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Abuse Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions. The Substance Abuse Counselor will plan, oversee, facilitate and document their patient's recovery as well as provide leadership and guidance for the activities of other personnel.
We have daily shifts that allow our employees to have stable schedules and enjoy quality time away from the facility. Shift hours are early mornings Monday - Friday from 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM and rotating weekends, allowing you to enjoy a great work/life balance.
Your Responsibilities as a Substance Abuse Counselor:
Conduct individual counseling sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required; Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required; May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions; Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment, for patients; Prepare an individual treatment plans for each assigned patient; Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner; May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients; Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed; May plan for aftercare for assigned patients; May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested; May provide case management duties for patients, insuring individualized quality care; Evaluate patient' needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed; and, Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Your Skills and Qualifications as a Substance Abuse Counselor :



Bachelor's degree in social or health services field, with 2+ years exp in counseling field; OR
Bachelor's degree in other field with 4+ years in the counseling field; OR
Master's degree in social or health services field, with 1 year professional work exp;
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.



Licenses/Certifications:



Must obtain a ACIT II and MATS within 60 days of employment




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