Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist

Western Michigan Comprehensive Treatment Center•Grandville, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Michigan Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers, provides medication-assisted treatment to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The counseling team delivers compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy in an outpatient MAT opioid treatment program. The position requires a master’s degree and relevant counseling credentials or eligibility. The schedule is full time, Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a social or 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, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
Experience maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Familiarity with regulatory standards such as 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
Experience collaborating with a multidisciplinary team that includes medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
MCBAP certification or eligibility to apply for an MCBAP Development Plan, as applicable to CADC/CAAADC.
Attained one of the listed credentials: CADC-DP, CADC, CAADC-DP, CAADC, LLBSW, LBSW, LLMSW, LMSW, LLMFT, LMFT, TLLP, LLP, LP, LLC, or LC.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patients’ recovery.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents promptly and clearly.
Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
Plan aftercare for assigned patients as needed.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Provide case management to help ensure individualized, quality patient care.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.

Benefits

Semi-annual bonus program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Competitive 401(k) plan.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Employer-paid clinical supervision at no cost to employees.
Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering support for employee lifestyle and well-being.
Early morning schedule described as offering work/life balance.
Opportunity for career growth.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.