Substance Abuse Specialist

RHA Health Services, LLC • Taylorsville, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring for: Substance Abuse Specialist Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! Seeking Substance Abuse Specialist to provide compassionate, evidence-based support to a diverse group of individuals experiencing substance use disorders through all phases of the treatment continuum in both individual and group settings. Must have knowledge of and be willing to assist in linkage to a variety of harm reduction techniques to include Medication Assisted Treatment. Provides individual sessions to explore overall goals, treatment progression, and measurement of goal completion, assess further needs of individuals for successful recovery and program completion. Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment with supervision and direction from the supervisor to provide quality services. Must be a Qualified Professional as defined by state agencies and service definitions. Must also be a Fully/Provisionally Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS/LCASA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LCSWA) or a Certified Alcohol Drug Counsellor (CADC). Certain services may require additional training, knowledge, experience, and licensure. LOCATION: Taylorsville Outpatient Office & Community Settings SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday SALARY: $48,000 - $62,000 based on licensure and experience We are looking for a Substance Abuse Specialist to provide compassionate, evidence‑based, person centered support to a diverse group of individuals experiencing substance use disorders. This role requires a highly organized, knowledgeable, and passionate professional who is committed to client-centered care, continuous learning, and personal and professional growth. Knowledge of a variety of harm reduction techniques to include Medication Assisted Treatment is expected. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong desire to expand skillsets, adapt to evolving best practices, desire to be a part of a dynamic group of professionals and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative treatment environment. If you’re looking for an opportunity to experience personal and professional growth, be a part of a dynamic team and support folks in your community then consider RHA Behavioral Health Services where we put people first!

Requirements

• Must meet the requirements of a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional – LCAS/LCASA,CADC, LCMHC/LCMHCA or LCSW/LCSWA willing to obtain Substance Abuse licensure within 60 days of hire.
• Complete criminal background
• Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of a variety of harm reduction techniques to include Medication Assisted Treatment is expected.
• The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong desire to expand skillsets, adapt to evolving best practices, desire to be a part of a dynamic group of professionals and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative treatment environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual sessions to explore overall goals, treatment plan, and measurement of goal completion, assess further needs of individuals for successful recovery and program completion.
• Conducts utilization reviews based on assessment information, treatment progress, and established guidelines, to determine eligibility for services, continuation of services, and discharge for services, complete service authorization requests, and maintain current authorization for service provision.
• Utilizes assessment recommendations and input from client, family, and other involved natural and professional supports, develop person-centered treatment plans, and provide on-going monitoring and revision of treatment plans as indicated.
• Provides preventive and therapeutic interventions in individual, family, and group counseling sessions including skills building, supportive counseling, and case coordination to help client develop needed skills and support on-going treatment gains in regard to managing substance abuse and mental health symptoms and adapting to home, school and other environments
• Consults with psychiatrist or other medical personnel regarding reporting behavioral observations and concerns, and improvement or concerns related to any prescribed medications.
• Documents treatment interventions, community support and assessment of client’s progress based on treatment goals in client’s record according to state and agency requirements within 24 hours following the billed activities.
• Routine participation within Interdisciplinary Team Meetings both in agency and community settings

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees