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Brattleboro Comprehensive Treatment Center

Substance Use Counselor

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$38,228 / year median in Vermont

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview:
Imagine What You Could Do With an Extra $6,000. From helping cover up to 5 months of rent to achieving your financial goals, your future starts here. Join Acadia Healthcare and earn a $6,000 Sign-On Bonus. Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)
Seeking:
Substance Use Counselor Full Time Hours:
Monday
  • Friday, 5:30 AM
  • 1:30
PM Required:
Vermont AAP, ADC, or LADC (or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire)
Our Benefits:
Semi-Annual Bonus Program Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Competitive 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employees' lifestyle and well-being Additional Benefits of Joining our
Clinical Team:
Consistent schedule
  • early in and out times offering a great work/life balance Opportunity for growth and advancement
  • clear, climbable structure into Counselor Levels (1-5) based on education, credentials, and years of experience Employer-paid clinical supervision
  • free to employees! Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • enhance your clinical knowledge and stay informed on evolving treatment approaches Being the catalyst for change
  • empowering individuals to overcome SUD/OUD and make a daily life-saving impact!
Our Team:
Brattleboro Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Brattleboro, VT, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients who are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions. Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document the patient's recovery. Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed in a timely and clear, and concise manner. Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient. Initial assessments as well as follow-up assessments. Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed. May plan for aftercare for assigned patients. Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed. Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed. Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed. Compensation for roles at Brattleboro CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Brattleboro CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Vermont as set forth below.
Role Location:
Vermont Calculated Salary Range for role : $24.10
  • $31.
49 per hour. Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.
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HRSA Eligibility Qualifications:
Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications:
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university or be enrolled in an Associate's degree program of study. Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university. Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities. Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery. Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques. Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Licenses/Certifications:
Required:
AAP, ADC, or LADC, or obtain within 6 months of hire. A H We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. AHCTC #LI-CTC #LI-BB1