Full-Time Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Health Care Resource Centers
Lewiston, ME
Full-time

Description

Position at Health Care Resource Centers Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor Needed!

Position Overview : Substance abuse counselor will be in charge with assisting patients through medically assisting programs and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction.

Counselor conducts group sessions and individual sessions to assist with crisis management and coping strategies. Additionally, counselor will evaluate patients’ progress during therapy.

Substance abuse counselors may also need to collaborate with doctors, nurses and therapists for patients’ therapy and treatment for best overall outcome. Responsibilities :

  • Conducts individual initial assessment and evaluation interviews for service eligibility determination
  • Facilitates, establishes and reviews with each patient the initial treatment plan
  • Completes Bio-psychosocial assessment.
  • Involve families and significant others in patient’s recovery process whenever possible
  • Develops and participates in individual or group patient teaching projects
  • Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications :

  • Minimum : High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Preferred : Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social or health services field.
  • Previous experience with chemically dependent individuals is a positive factor.
  • Certification required : CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LADC (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor).
  • Essential : Ability to maintain a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward the patient population.
  • Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Benefits :

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Excellent growth and development opportunities through our counselor career path
  • Rewarding opportunity with the ability to impact individuals’ life
  • 30+ days ago
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