Substance Abuse Counselor

Company: Brightview Health
Location: Woodbridge
Posted on: September 26, 2024

Job Description:

SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Are you a dedicated and experienced Counselor with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards recovery? We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to contribute to our treatment team. If you excel in a dynamic counseling environment, possess a profound understanding of addiction therapy, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of our therapeutic programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking recovery. Apply now and become a key contributor to our mission of supporting individuals on their path to wellness


RESPONSIBILITIES:

CLINICAL CARE:
Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic needs and best-practice guidelines.
Provide crisis and de-escalation techniques.
Conduct individual counselor sessions as appropriate to competency level.


TREATMENT PLANNING AND PROGRESS MONITORING:
Assist with treatment planning.
Review progress towards treatment plan goals.


COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION:
Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team.
Ensure timely care delivery, meeting performance standards, and ensuring a high-quality patient experience.
Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
Carry and effectively manage a caseload of patients.


DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE:
Timely and comprehensively document all necessary treatment data into the electronic patient health record.
Follow adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements.
Attend required meetings, including individual and group supervision, and quarterly in-service.

Skills & Qualifications


QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE
Required: 1 year of experience in a relevant field
Preferred: 2 years of experience in a relevant field

EDUCATION:

Required:
Consistent with state-level regulation and requirements, bachelor's degree


LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:
Active clinical certification or licensure consistent with state-level regulatory requirements, at minimum e.g. CSAC-S, CSAC, Resident in Counseling, LCSW-S, LCSW, LPC


BENEFITS AND PERKS
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer match.
Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional growth and development.

Ready to shape our future by bringing in top talent? Apply now and be a key player in our success

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