Substance Use Counselor (Part Time)

Substance Use Counselor (Part Time) Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center Council Bluffs, IA Job Details Part-time 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Treatment plan development Direct patient care Outpatient clinic experience Patient assessment Correctional experience Group therapy Individual therapy HIPAA Family counseling Mid-level State healthcare regulations Outpatient Master's degree Case management Corrections facility medical clinic experience Substance abuse Cognitive behavioral therapy Progress documentation Patient treatment Working with individuals with substance use disorders Associate's degree Referral coordination Individual counseling Crisis intervention counseling Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Group counseling

Full Job Description Overview:

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program Seeking:

Substance Use Counselor

• CADC Part Time Hours:

  Tuesday

• Friday:

  5:30 AM
• 1:00

PM Our Benefits:

Semi-Annual Bonus Program Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Competitive 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees) Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Council Bluffs, IA, 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 that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions. Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery. Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, 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. 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:

Minimum of an Associate's Degree in social or health services field required; Prefer Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field; Degree must be 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:

CADC or tCADC attained within 6-months of employment Must be eligible to sit for the CADC exam to obtain tCADC (temporary certification) 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. #LI-CTC #LI-BS1