SUD Counselor
About The Position
Substance abuse counselors help patients and families through rehabilitation and recovery from drugs, alcohol, and other substance and behavioral addictions. The counselor designs and manages personalized recovery plans, helps clients identify sources of negative behavior and understand their effects, and supports them in overcoming addictions and becoming self-sufficient. The role also includes teaching relapse-prevention measures and providing individual or group counseling. The SUD Counselor works as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team to coordinate client care, provide counseling and case management, and collaborate with community partners. The position is full-time, day shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in Southern Oregon. Klamath Basin Behavioral Health is an accredited NHSC facility.
Requirements
- Meet the requirements to qualify as a QMHP through one of the listed education or credential pathways: CADC I, CADC II, or CADC III per MHACBO standards; a CADC Candidate (intern) status valid for two years, with MHACBO CADC I certification required before the candidate period expires; or the stated degree pathway.
- Have a minimum of two years clean and sober.
- Have experience in drug and alcohol treatment and experience working with co-occurring (dual diagnosis) clients.
- Hold a valid Oregon driver’s license and have an insurable driving record.
- Maintain all certifications throughout employment.
- Have personal automobile insurance if transporting clients or conducting agency business using a personal vehicle.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Meeting the requirements to become MHACBO QMHA Certified is helpful but not required.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate care for mutual clients with staff on the treatment team and other community partners.
- Work with clients to identify issues and establish goals and treatment plans.
- Assist clients with crisis management and coping strategies.
- Complete intakes, assessments, treatment plans, and aftercare plans as appropriate.
- Provide individual counseling and case management, maintain timely client documentation, and collaborate with community partners as needed.
- Coordinate referrals and complete paperwork for clients entering inpatient residential treatment when necessary.
- Facilitate evidence-based groups as assigned.
- Facilitate client U.A.s according to protocol, track results, and follow up with clients.
- Lead group and/or individual therapy sessions.
- Meet or speak with family members as appropriate and authorized by the client through a signed release of information.
- Meet weekly with the program supervisor for clinical supervision and attend other meetings as needed.
- Coordinate care with QMHPs, case managers, peer support, and medical staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 403(b) with up to 8% matching
- Paid vacation and wellness days
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement program
- NHSC Loan Repayment Program eligibility for qualifying providers employed by accredited sites
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
