Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor

PrimeCare Medical • Eagleville, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is seeking an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor to work in the medical department at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in Eagleville, Pennsylvania. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The counselor primarily monitors, coordinates, and implements medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in accordance with NCCHC/ACA standards and PrimeCare policies and procedures, and serves as a MAT liaison between the medical unit and facility staff. The role also involves providing clinical interventions and assessments, supporting patient safety and discharge planning, participating in interdisciplinary and quality assurance work, and delivering staff education. Candidates must hold the specified counselor certification and/or clinical license.

Requirements

• Certification as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC or CAADC) and/or licensure as a clinician (LSW, LCSW, or LPC).
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or another related human services field, with mental health coursework.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to function independently and demonstrate clinical competency.
• Ability to gain patients’ trust and build a working relationship.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinically monitor, coordinate, and implement MAT in accordance with NCCHC/ACA standards and company policies and procedures.
• Serve as a MAT liaison between the medical unit and facility staff.
• Engage inmates/patients in therapeutic interventions addressing substance abuse concerns.
• Assist with the detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide.
• Assess and document treatment responses of inmates/patients.
• Facilitate group and individual sessions with inmates/patients in the MAT program.
• Assist with discharge planning for patients on the MAT caseload or collaborate with inmate services staff on discharge planning, where applicable.
• Facilitate or participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case consultations with staff across disciplines.
• Serve on the Quality Assurance Committee and subcommittees, and assist in establishing quality assurance standards and audit criteria.
• Serve on medical unit and facility committees as needed.
• Develop and conduct in-service education programs according to the annual in-service calendar.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Submit a copy of professional license and other credentialing information to the corporate office.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and delegated.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, negotiable and commensurate with experience.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for individuals and families.
• Company-paid life insurance and additional insurance benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match.
• Generous paid time off, accruing up to 13 days (104 hours) per year.
• Six floating holidays, prorated during the first year based on hire date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level