Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Wexford Health Sources • Los Lunas, NM

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About The Position

As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor in our facility, you'll do more than care for patients-duties include screening and assessments of psychiatric, medical, social services, employment and residential needs, as well as risk factors for re-incarceration following the individual's admission to jail. Whether you're assisting inmates with their mental health or helping to coordinate aftercare services in the community, your skills will make a real impact every day. You'll do more than just deliver care. You'll restore dignity, build trust, and change lives.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC), or Licensed Substance Abuse Technician (LSAT). LISAC preferred.
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field.
• Active CPR certification.
• Strong clinical and communication skills.
• Adaptability in high-pressure settings.
• A compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening and assessments of psychiatric, medical, social services, employment and residential needs.
• Evaluate risk factors for re-incarceration following the individual's admission to jail.
• Assist inmates with their mental health.
• Coordinate aftercare services in the community.

Benefits

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase.
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield.
• Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement saving plan.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account.
• Continuing education options.
• Free CEUs.
• Pet Insurance.
• Flexible pay options including Wisley Card and PayPal.
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University.
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees