Substance Use Counselor

Substance Use Counselor Pittsburgh Comprehensive Treatment Center Pittsburgh, PA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Qualifications Master's degree in social work Collaborate with healthcare professionals Treatment plan development Direct patient care Outpatient clinic experience Patient assessment Correctional experience Group therapy CADC Individual therapy HIPAA Mid-level State healthcare regulations Outpatient Master's degree Case management Corrections facility medical clinic experience Substance abuse Discharge planning Cognitive behavioral therapy Progress documentation Social Work 1 year Patient treatment Working with individuals with substance use disorders JCAHO 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 preferred but not required

Full-Time Hours:

Monday - Friday 4:50 AM - 1:20

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:

Pittsburgh Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Pittsburgh, PA, 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. Your Job as a

Substance Use Counselor:

The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient's treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions. Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery. Facilitate assigned group 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. Plan for discharge and 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:

Associate's degree in social or health services field with 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or Bachelor's degree in social or health services field with 1 year of clinical experience in a health or human service agency; or Master's degree in social or health services field with a practicum in a health or human service agency; Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

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:

Not required, position applicable to the following:

AAC, CAAC, CADC, CAADC, CS, CCS, LPC, BSW, MSW

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