The counselor provides individual counseling to patients with opioid use disorder and conducts clinical assessments to develop and update treatment plans. They also manage an assigned caseload, collaborate with medical staff, and facilitate urine drug screenings.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have experience working with underserved populations in a clinical setting and hold relevant certifications such as CADC, CAC, or LPC. A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required for this role.
Crossroads Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Since 2005, Crossroads has been at the forefront of treating patients with opioid use disorder. Crossroads is a family of professionals dedicated to providing the most accessible, highest quality, evidence-based medication assisted treatment (MAT) options to combat the growing opioid epidemic and helping people with opioid use disorder start their path to recovery. This comprehensive approach to treatment, the gold standard in care for opioid use disorder, has been shown to prevent more deaths from overdose and lead to long-term recovery. We are committed to bringing critical services to communities across the U.S. to improve access to treatment for over 26,500 patients. Our clinics are all outpatient and office-based, with clinics in Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and patients. Day in the Life of a Substance Abuse Counselor
Provides individual counseling to highly complex patients
Conducts clinical assessments to appropriately assess patient’s treatment needs
Designs and updates the patient’s treatment plan, including care coordination, referrals, and discharge planning
Manages assigned caseload and compliance with clinical treatment requirements
Collaborates with nurses and providers to provide holistic treatment services
Facilitates urine drug screening for patients Schedule and Hours Our clinical team enjoys an early morning schedule with early afternoon out times. It is expected for all clinical team members to participate in our Saturday rotation. The frequency of this rotation is determined by the current staff count. Expected hours for this role are 37-40 hours per week. 4:45 AM – 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday 5:30 AM – 10:30 AM, rotating Saturdays Education and Experience requirements
General experience working with underserved populations in a clinical setting.
Lived addiction experience is a plus. Qualified candidates will hold one or more of the following certifications/licenses:
Bachelor's Degree is preferred, but not required.
CADC, Level I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Level I)
CADC II, Level II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II, Level II)
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Mental health day
Loan forgiveness program
Annual continuing education allowance
Calm subscription
CAADC (Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor)
CAC I (Certified Addiction Counselor I)
CAC II (Certified Addiction Counselor II)
MAC (Master Addiction Counselor)
National Certified Addiction Counselor, Level I (NCAC I)
National Certified Addiction Counselor, Level II (NCAC II)
LPC, LAPC, LMSW Position Benefits
Consistent schedule with early in times and out times
Advancement opportunities. Clear, climbable structure into Counselor levels (1, 2, 3) based on the certification or license held
Targeted caseload. Caseloads follow state regulations and can range from 40-55 patients.
Opportunity to save lives every day! Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
PTO
Variety of 401K options including a match program with no vesture period.
Annual Continuing Education Allowance (in related field)
Life Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Mental Health Day
Calm subscription for all employees Loan Forgiveness Program:
Crossroads is a STAR (Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery) approved organization. This means our clinicians will have access to help pay off federal student loans so they can focus on what they do best: patient care!
Please see the website at https://bhw.hrsa.gov/funding/apply-loan-repayment/star-lrp Apply to the Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program | Bureau of Health Workforce Crossroads Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our Story Since 2005, Crossroads has been at the forefront of treating patients with opioid use disorder. Crossroads is a family of professionals dedicated to providing the most accessible, highest quality, evidence-based medication assisted treatment (MAT) options to combat the growing opioid epidemic and helping people with opioid use disorder start their path to recovery. This comprehensive approach to treatment, the gold standard in care for opioid use disorder, has been shown to prevent more deaths from overdose and lead to long-term recovery. We are committed to bringing critical services to communities across the U.S. to improve access to treatment for over 26,500 patients. Our clinics are all outpatient and office-based, with clinics in Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Our Mission Is Focused: We exist to improve health equity in order to create superior outcomes. Our Vision Is Clear: To provide the most convenient, comprehensive, high-quality care through specialty medical homes. Our Culture Is Inspiring: Our culture is based on one simple tenet: we would treat others as we would like to be treated – with respect and empathy. We pride ourselves on how we serve our patients. Our INSPIRE culture sets us apart in how we interact not just with patients, but with our communities and each other on a day-to-day basis.
