Substance Abuse Counselor

at Wellpath in Charleston, Maine, United States Job Description How you make a difference The Substance Abuse Counselor provides direct care services to patients with mental, emotional, and substance abuse issues, working closely with the treatment team to fulfill the interdisciplinary treatment process for patients with a dual diagnosis. This includes developing and conducting program activities for education and treatment related to substance abuse, as well asprovidingindividual and group counseling sessions. The counseloris responsible forpatient assessment and the development and implementation of Recovery Plans, within the company's standards. Qualifications & Requirements Education + Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a social services related field. + Or Certified in the substance abuse field + Or Experience in the substance abuse field Experience + Ability to work with computers + Ability to work with software used by the department. + Relevant experience in provision of addiction counseling services Licenses/Certifications + Licensed in an addiction counseling specialty (Certified Addiction Counselor, Registered Addiction Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional ( CAP )) certification is strongly preferred + Certified as a Counselor in Training under supervision or licensed in social work, counseling or psychology + Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification Key Responsibilities + Conducts group and individual substance abuse (SA) activities for patients and develops related programs. + Assesses and evaluates patients for co-occurring disorders anddeterminesthe level of carerequired. + Ensurestimelycompletion of all necessary records and reports. + Maintains professional development through in-service education and other resources, whilecomplying withHuman Resources requirements. + Shows cultural sensitivity, treating each patient as an individual, and considering their cultural background whenprovidingcare and treatment. You Matter

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports:
• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts ( HSA )
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
• Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Quick Apply (https://careers-wellpath.icims.com/jobs/186243/substance-abuse-counselor

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