Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor
About The Position
PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is hiring 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, from 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 Medical policies and procedures. The counselor also serves as a liaison between the medical unit and facility staff for MAT-related matters. Candidates must be certified as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CADC/CAADC) and/or be a licensed clinician (LSW/LCSW or LPC).
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 a concentration in 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 according to NCCHC/ACA standards and company policies and procedures.
- Serve as an MAT liaison between the medical unit and facility staff.
- Engage inmates/patients in therapeutic interventions addressing substance abuse concerns.
- Assist with detecting and preventing inmate/patient suicide.
- Assess and document treatment responses of inmates/patients.
- Facilitate group and individual sessions with inmates/patients in MAT.
- Assist with discharge planning for inmates/patients on the MAT caseload or collaborate with inmate services staff regarding 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 necessary.
- 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; annual salary range of $60,000–$75,000, 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.
- Paid time off accrual of up to 13 days (104 hours) per year.
- Six floating holidays, prorated during the first year according to hire date.
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Job Type
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