Job detail

Substance Use Counselor

Acadia

#Case Management #Behavioral Health #CPR Certification #Patient Care #Healthcare #Crisis Intervention #Clinical Interventions #De-escalation Certification #Recovery Support

Quick overview

Provide treatment and support to patients recovering from substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral problems. Responsibilities include conducting group and family sessions, performing assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor's degree in social or health services is preferred. Candidates must have experience in counseling through internships or practicums and be eligible for state licensure.

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Job description

Bilingual Applicants Welcome to Apply! No License Required Flex Schedule

Sunday -
Thursday or
Tuesday -
Saturday
PURPOSE
STATEMENT: Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.
About Us: Through the decades, our treatment methods have evolved as we have developed and adopted new standards for research-based and evidence-supported best practices. But from the day we accepted our first resident, one constant has remained unchanged: We are committed to establishing and maintaining a premier treatment environment in which men and women can receive the care they need in an atmosphere of serenity, security, dignity, and respect. Treatment at Bowling Green is based on the belief that chemical dependency is a highly treatable issue that can be arrested through an approach that employs medical, pharmacological, clinical, behavioral, and 12-Step interventions.

Essential functions

· Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required. · Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors. · May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients. · May prepare individual treatment plan 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, ensuring individualized quality care. · Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed. · Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER
FUNCTIONS: · Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill requirements

· High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred. · Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.