Licensed Addiction Counselor

Brockton Comprehensive Treatment Center•Brockton, MA

23h•$27 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Substance Use Counselor at Brockton Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), which is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers. They are a leader in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder. The center provides a range of services including MAT, OBAT, IOP, and mobile treatment units, focusing on holistic addiction care with recovery coaching and community outreach. The role involves providing high-quality, compassionate care through individual and group counseling sessions to support patients in their recovery from opioid use disorder.

Requirements

LADC I, CADAC, LMHC, LICSW, LCSW
Degree obtained must be in psychology, social work, or related health services field from an accredited college or university.
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Required: LADC I, CADAC, LMHC, LICSW, LCSW

Responsibilities

Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.