Substance Abuse Counselor

1 week ago


Martinsville, Virginia, United States Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc. Full time
Job Overview

Position: Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Type: Full-time HYBRID; 3 days in office, 2 days remote

We provide competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional development.

As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will manage all facets of a client's treatment journey. Your role will involve ensuring the coordination and continuity of care from the initial admission through to discharge and follow-up services. You will enhance service delivery and performance improvement by offering thorough psychological therapy aimed at addressing the underlying causes and impacts of addiction, including individual, family, and group therapy sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the clinical team in decision-making processes regarding clients, including participation in all clinical meetings.
  • Evaluate the counseling requirements of each client.
  • Diagnose substance abuse issues using DSM criteria to determine the appropriate level of care based on ASAM criteria.
  • Gather relevant historical records pertinent to the current treatment episode.
  • Draft the substance abuse counseling component of the client's treatment plan.
  • Deliver substance abuse counseling services as outlined in the treatment plan.
  • Develop the discharge and continuum of care plan to facilitate transitions to suitable levels of care.
  • Actively participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team for assigned clients.
  • Document all counseling and educational services, assessments, and follow-ups in the client's clinical record.
  • Maintain a caseload of clients, including all case management and utilization review updates, treatment planning, and clinical documentation as required.
  • Coordinate support services for clients and their families, recording all provided services in the clinical record.
  • Reassess clients and update the substance use counseling section of the treatment plan as needed.
  • Facilitate family therapy sessions as assigned.
  • Engage with referral sources (e.g., legal, educational, employment) as necessary.
  • Address crisis-oriented issues using a multidisciplinary team approach for assigned clients.
  • Perform administrative and clinical tasks as requested.
  • Attend team meetings and complete all required training courses in a timely manner.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in psychology, counseling, or social work from an accredited institution, as required by state regulations.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in substance use, mental health, or a related field.
  • Licensure or certification for counseling, as mandated by state regulations.
  • Counselors must be credentialed under the Department of Mental Health and Addiction (DMHA) as one of the following:
  1. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  2. Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
  3. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  4. Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC)
  5. Psychologist
  6. Physician
  7. Advanced Practice Nurse or Certified Nursing Specialist (APRN)
  8. Credentialed in addictions counseling by a nationally recognized body approved by the division.
  • Various certifications in addiction counseling are also acceptable.

Benefits:

  • 18 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 8 paid holidays
  • 401k plan with company matching
  • Ongoing training and certification opportunities sponsored by the company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and accident insurance.
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP).
  • Discounted tuition and scholarships available through Capella University.

Join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care.



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