Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Brightli • Columbia, MO

11d

About The Position

Are you committed to helping individuals overcome mental health and substance use disorders? Join our dedicated team as a Certified Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor, where you will assist clients in accordance with their treatment plans to enhance their abilities to function in daily living and educational or work environments. Utilizing your skills and expertise, you will develop individualized treatment plans, facilitate group sessions, and provide compassionate support to those on their recovery journey. As a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor, you will play a vital role in guiding clients toward recovery, helping them develop healthier coping mechanisms and improve their overall functioning. The Certified SUD Counselor position offers… All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, and dermatology visits Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee well-being, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (non-licensed) in a human services field and/or certified/credentialed to provide services within your scope of practice.
• Hold credentials such as Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or other relevant certifications as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board
• Successful completion of a background check, including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglect checks.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
• Current driver's license in state of residency, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within three (3) months of beginning employment.
• Completion of behavioral management training within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Commitment to annual training requirements, including fifty (50) hours of training annually.

Responsibilities

• Complete the intake/screening/assessment process within the appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accrediting bodies.
• Develop individualized treatment plans that evolve based on assessment information and adhere to regulatory guidelines.
• Document all services provided in accordance with state regulations, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping.
• Actively participate in clinical staffing and treatment team meetings, providing feedback on client cases.
• Conduct crisis interventions and provide support to clients facing substance use challenges.
• Facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions aimed at resolving substance use issues.
• Encourage clients to examine attitudes, feelings, and behaviors that promote recovery and healthy decision-making.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with clients, referral sources, and coworkers, adhering to ethical standards.
• Represent the agency professionally within the community and handle crisis situations as they arise.
• Complete annual training requirements in evidence-based practices to enhance clinical skills.

Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees