VIOP Substance Use Counselor

American Addiction Centers•Aliso Viejo, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

American Addiction Centers is seeking a VIOP Substance Use Counselor to provide care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. This onsite position runs Virtual IOPs and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM PST. The counselor provides individual, group, and family counseling; conducts clinical assessments; participates in treatment planning and team coordination; and uses evidence-based practices and therapeutic interventions. The role serves adult outpatient and inpatient populations and supports compassionate, comprehensive care focused on recovery and wellness.

Requirements

Master’s degree in behavioral sciences, such as social work, counseling, or psychology.
AMFT, ACSW, or APCC credential, and actively working toward licensure and/or certification in alcohol and drug abuse.
At least 2 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare field.
Experience with substance abuse, addiction, mental health, cognitive behavioral treatment, and motivational interviewing.
Knowledge of electronic health record software and documentation.
Knowledge of ASAM criteria.
Counseling experience with adults and understanding of psychotropic medications, symptoms, and effects.
Ability to read, write, and interpret written information, type documentation, present information to groups, and participate in meetings.
Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google products.
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods and lift 15 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

Provide interventions, assessments, treatment planning, triage, and individual and group counseling.
Initiate and provide family counseling services.
Provide clinical services to patients on the counselor’s caseload and assist with other patients as assigned by the clinical manager.
Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and program staff meetings.
Complete required documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with contract, licensure, accreditation, and AAC documentation standards.
Communicate with other departments to support patient care.
Provide clinical services to adult outpatient and inpatient populations.
Follow State Department standards, facility accreditation requirements, and AAC policies and procedures.
Demonstrate dependability and adaptability with patients and staff.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and company information and follow HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines.
Help monitor and manage the patient community as a therapeutic milieu.
Coordinate services as needed and communicate with the UR department about patient care.
Conduct clinical assessments for new patients and ongoing required assessments.