Position Summary :
Full-time SUDP / T position available in for our Behavioral Health program in Lynnwood, WA.
This individual is responsible for providing direct counseling services to patients. The counselor is the agent for providing services to patients in a one-to-one or group format, performing assessments, evaluations, and intakes.
Services are provided to adults, youth, and their families. These clients have a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency and may also have emerging mental health problems.
Applicants are expected to subscribe to the disease concept of chemical dependency with the belief that total abstinence is required for ongoing recovery from alcoholism and other drug addiction.
The person in this position will be required to follow other instructions and to perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Counselor will understand the services at the organization follow a client-centered model with emphasis on integrated care.
Conditions of Employment :
- The person in this position shall have no history or evidence of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three (3) years immediately prior to the date of employment at the facility, and no misuse of alcohol or other drugs while employed at Sea Mar.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before clients or employees of organization.
- Must be able to perform a minimum of 40 face-to-face encounters per week. If less than 40 per week, then must meet a minimum of 85 direct service hours per week.
Education and / or Experience :
- Must possess the required college certificate qualifying as a SUDP. Must have a Substance Use Disorder Professional license from the Department of Health.
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree.
- This is a mid-level job requiring up to three years’ experience.
- Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.
What We Offer :
Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization.
Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement.
The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours more, receive an excellent benefit package of :
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
We also offer 401(k) / Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.