Substance Use Counselor

Pittsburgh Comprehensive Treatment Center • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program seeking a full-time Substance Use Counselor. Our team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder, providing high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in social or health services field with 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or
• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field with 1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or
• Master's degree in social or health services field with a practicum in a health or human service agency;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• AAC, CAAC, CADC, CAADC, CS, CCS, LPC, BSW, MSW certifications/licenses are applicable but not required.

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.
• Ensuring patients are receiving quality counseling and case management.
• Treatment planning
• Intakes
• Session and group facilitation and documentation

Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree