Substance Use Counselor
About The Position
The Substance Use Counselor works in an outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) opioid treatment program at Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The role supports patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder by providing compassionate, high-quality care through individual and group counseling. The counselor helps plan and oversee patient recovery, assesses needs, coordinates referrals and aftercare when appropriate, and provides case management and crisis intervention as needed. The position is full-time and follows early-morning hours Monday through Friday, with alternating Saturday hours.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a social or health services field and 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or a bachelor’s degree in a social or health services field and 1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or a master’s degree in a 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.
- 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 multidisciplinary teams, including medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
- Preferred certifications: CADC or CAADC.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate guidance through 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 when appropriate.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed.
- Provide case management to support individualized quality 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 for employees.
- Free, unlimited access to more than 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supporting employee lifestyle and well-being.
- Early-morning hours offering work/life balance.
- Opportunity for growth.
- Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic-site eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
