Substance Use Counselor
About The Position
The Substance Use Counselor works at Muncie Comprehensive Treatment Center, an outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program in Muncie, Indiana. The counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. This is a full-time role with a Monday–Friday schedule from 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The counselor provides individual and group counseling, plans and documents patient recovery, prepares treatment plans, and conducts initial and follow-up assessments. The role also includes case management, crisis intervention, referrals, aftercare planning, and coordination with patients, referral sources, and multidisciplinary care teams. Acadia Healthcare’s Comprehensive Treatment Centers are described as the nation’s leading provider of medication-assisted treatment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or 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 such as 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 state regulatory standards, including 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.
- Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Nice To Haves
- Applicable credentials may include LPC, LSW, LMFT, LAC, LCAC, or CADAC II; licenses and certifications are not required.
- MATS and ACIT II credentials may be obtained within 90 days of employment.
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 accurately and promptly.
- 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 to patients as needed.
- Perform case management duties to ensure individualized quality care.
- Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Competitive 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employer-paid clinical supervision
- Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited continuing education units (CEUs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support for employee lifestyle and well-being
- Opportunity for growth
- Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility
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Job Type
Full-time
