Substance Use Counselor - North Carolina (Always Accepting Applications)

Better Life Partners•Asheville, NC

10d•$48,230 - $75,600•Remote

About The Position

Who we are: At Better Life Partners, we provide what it takes to heal from addiction. Wherever. Whenever. We work alongside community-based organizations to meet our members where they are, no matter what recovery looks like to them. By combining virtual and in-person counseling, community support, and access to life-saving medication, we help people move beyond addiction to find belonging, love, and purpose. If you’re looking to roll up your sleeves and meet hard challenges head-on, then we’re looking for you. Always accepting applications: Thank you for expressing interest in joining Better Life Partners. Please note that the job posting you are currently viewing is an evergreen position, and we are not actively hiring for it at this time. However, we recognize the importance of attracting top talent, and we encourage qualified individuals like yourself to submit their applications if they believe they would be a great fit for our organization. When we reopen this role for active recruitment, we may reach out to you if your background matches our needs. We appreciate your interest in being a part of Better Life Partners, and look forward to the possibility of working together! The role: In this role, you will interact regularly with clients, referral sources, field staff, and members of the local community. You will be a resource for clients and community partners, guiding them on the path to recovery. You will work side by side with a high impact team of medical providers, recovery coaches and coordinators, helping clients to thrive. Your work is essential and your constant feedback will be expected to help clients reach the best outcome possible. This is a remote position. Unless otherwise agreed upon all candidates must reside in-market.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field
NC license as LCAS
2-3 years of experience working with substance use or related field
Valid driver’s license
Must be able to have a flexible schedule, including the ability to work 1-2 evenings a week to meet our member’s needs
Must have reliable internet service with a fast upload/download ability
Ability to ensure any protected health or proprietary data/information is not visible (or audible) to others in any work location
Must have a quiet space to speak to members, team members, or external partners with minimal background noise and distractions

Nice To Haves

Availability to work Saturdays
Demonstrated experience leading groups therapy sessions, interacting, engaging, and connecting with individuals and groups over telehealth/zoom
Comfortable working with an EMR and/or EHR system, including updating clinical notes
Willingness to travel locally within the communities we serve
Self-motivated to help as many people as possible
Team player with an “all hands on deck” positive attitude, organized/able to multitask
Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor
NC license as LMFT, LCMHC, LICSW

Responsibilities

Demonstrating and communicating the core values of Better Life Partners
Facilitating group therapy sessions for Better Life Partners clients
Familiarizing with and utilizing Better Life Partners evidence-based curriculum guides and training
Providing detailed feedback and maintaining clinical progress notes on clients
Counseling one-on-one with clients, when deemed necessary
Participating in Better Life Partners’, community research and public health partners’ research and data collection efforts
Formulating and maintaining treatment plans for each client served
Collaborating with community partners and Better Life Partners providers on case management and care coordination efforts
Adhering to professional and ethical work standards, enforcing appropriate counselor/client boundaries
Managing group dynamics and problem behavior with strong, professional judgement and in a way that does not jeopardize group integrity
Maintaining compliance with federal, state and local regulations for licensing and billing purposes
Attending and engaging in regular training, company meetings, monthly counselor consultation, and supervision as necessary

Benefits

All full-time BLPeeps are also eligible for equity in the form of stock options to be invested in BLP’s growth and success!
In addition to a competitive compensation package, we’re offering the chance to be the change you wish to see in your community.
Help us work toward a future where everyone can have a healthy life filled with belonging, love, and purpose.
We’re a recovery-friendly workplace that values family life, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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