Certified Addictions Counselor
About The Position
ERP International is seeking Certified Addiction Counselors to support the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The role provides care and patient education related to addictive disorders, assesses substance abuse and addiction, documents associated medical consequences, and supports patients’ placement and management across appropriate levels of care. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8.5 hours between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch, plus rotating half-day weekend groups on Saturdays and Sundays. ERP describes itself as a provider of health, science, and technology solutions serving government and commercial clients, including DoD and federal civilian agencies.
Requirements
- Graduate from a behavioral science program with specialized training in substance abuse and chemical dependency treatment, or complete a Military Department Drug and Alcohol Program Management Activity School leading to Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor certification.
- Have one year of experience within the last two years as a Certified Drug and Substance Counselor.
- Hold current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
- Maintain a national credential from the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, National Board of Certification Counselors, or International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium/Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse; alternatively, maintain North Carolina Substance Abuse Counselor certification accredited by NCASPPB.
- Possess a current unrestricted license to practice as a Certified Addiction Counselor in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
- Be able to pass a government background check/security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Perform Certified Addiction Counselor duties consistent with the profession’s scope of practice, including medical care, treatment, and patient education.
- Obtain or provide relevant information to facilitate treatment and assist in developing programs.
- Assess substance abuse and addiction.
- Identify and document medical consequences of alcohol and other substance use, including withdrawal and detoxification.
- Facilitate placement and management of patients in appropriate levels of care within the continuum of care for addictive disorders.
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- 11 paid federal holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Annual CME stipend
- License and certification reimbursement
- Matching 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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