Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) - Woodbridge, VA (FT .9 Night)

Connections Health Solutions • Woodbridge, VA

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About The Position

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support. Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth. We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia behavioral health system of care and resources within it.
• Licensed by Virginia Board of Counseling as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC).
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy.
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check.
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in behavioral health or related field.
• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP).
• Experience working with children, youth, families, and adults with behavioral health issues.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Virginia involuntary treatment process.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with mental health and substance use recovery through psychoeducation, assessment and treatment, resource connection and compassion.
• Facilitate assessments, treatment planning, discharge planning, obtaining collateral and assisting in the legal process.
• Initiate personalized care for individuals who are in crisis and stabilizing from crisis.
• Work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team to coordinate care and discharge planning.
• Educate and inform individuals of consents for treatment and authorizations for use and disclosures.
• Participate regularly in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team meetings.
• Collaborate with the Treatment Team to develop and implement an individualized person-centered Treatment Plan.
• Gather collateral from the individual and involved parties to provide a thorough assessment of an individual's needs.
• Actively coordinate care and provide referrals for individuals to ensure services are coordinated.
• Identify and address gaps in service needs for participating parties in service delivery.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Treatment Team to engage, monitor and communicate with the individual.
• Maintain the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the Virginia Involuntary Commitment process.
• Participate in individual and group supervision as required.
• Complete all required training, attend monthly meetings, and maintain required competencies.
• Coordinate civil commitment process with all necessary stakeholders.
• Provide daily programming/groups.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families.
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care).
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation).
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees