Substance Use Counselor - Part Time
About The Position
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program seeking a Part Time Substance Use Counselor (SAC, SACIT, CSAC) to provide compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. This role involves providing guidance in individual and group counseling sessions, planning and documenting patient recovery, preparing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and providing crisis intervention and case management. The position is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, a leading provider of medication-assisted treatment.
Requirements
- Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in social or health services field required.
- Degree must be 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.
- 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.
- SACIT or eligible is required.
- Also considering: SAC, CSAC, SAC-IT
Nice To Haves
- Prefer Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social or health services field.
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.
- Conduct 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.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
