Substance Abuse Counselor

1 week ago

Johnston RI USA, United States Brown University Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team at Brown University Health. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide intensive case management to clients with substance abuse issues, working closely with them to develop and implement treatment plans that promote optimal functioning and health.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with Gateway policies and procedures, as well as Medicaid guidelines.
  • Provide ongoing assessment and problem-solving services to clients, including skills training, supervision, and environmental adaptations to assist with activities of daily living.
  • Conduct substance abuse treatment with clients, adhering to the 12 core functions of substance abuse counseling as defined by the ICRC.
  • Monitor medication and ensure clients understand prescribed dosage, monitor side effects, and take medication accordingly.
  • Maintain a caseload of clients assigned by the Program Director/Supervisor and coordinate activities, make appointments, and accompany clients as noted on the treatment plan.
  • Provide services in the areas of assessment, counseling, treatment planning, consultation, client education, and referral pertaining to substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.
  • Attend agency or supervisor required inservices, as well as other agency inservices, and participate in at least one course, seminar, or conference for improvement of job skills per year.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a Behavioral Health-related field, with LCDP preferred.
  • CPR training within 90 days of employment and maintenance annually.
  • Maintain a valid RI license at all times and use of a car during normal working hours or other means of transportation to complete major functions of the job.
  • Physical examination and Mantoux test annually.
  • Maintain automobile liability insurance coverage for the vehicle used in accordance with center requirements.
  • Rhode Island Certification as a Mental Health Case Manager within one year of date of hire and Rhode Island Certification as a Chemical Dependency Professional within two years of date of hire.
Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job. Other duties with different demands may also be assigned by the employee's supervisor. Gateway complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and analogous state statutes, making reasonable accommodations to allow qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of their positions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, office equipment, or controls, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    Kaneohe, HI , USA, United States The Alcoholic Rehabilitation Services of Hawaii, Inc. Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Intake Counselor to join our team at The Alcoholic Rehabilitation Services of Hawaii, Inc. As an Intake Counselor, you will play a critical role in providing substance abuse and mental health screening, assessment, and diagnosis to clients in need of our services.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    St Clairsville, OH , USA, United States Ohio Department of Commerce Full time

    Job Title: Substance Abuse CounselorJoin the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services as a Substance Abuse Counselor and play a vital role in helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve recovery.About the RoleAs a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will work with offenders in Ohio's prisons to provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    St Clairsville, OH , USA, United States Ohio Department of Commerce Full time

    Job Title: Substance Abuse CounselorJoin the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services as a Substance Abuse Counselor and play a vital role in helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve recovery.About the Role:As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will work with offenders in Ohio's prisons to provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    Windsor Mill, Milford Mill, MD , USA, United States The Judge Group Full time

    Substance Abuse Counselor Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team at The Judge Group. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a vital role in helping individuals with mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse disorders to achieve sobriety and improve their overall well-being.Key Responsibilities:Develop...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    Bell Gardens, CA , USA, United States The Salvation Army USA Western Territory Full time

    Job Title: Substance Abuse CounselorThe Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team at the Wellness Center. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in promoting the recovery and self-sufficiency of participants in our residential drug and alcohol recovery...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    1 week ago

    Jessup, MD , USA, United States WestCare Foundation Full time

    Job SummaryThis position plays a key role in the Department's Substance Use Disorder program, delivering group therapy akin to an outpatient program over a six-month period. The counselor will utilize the WestCare Foundation's treatment protocol, based on the Federal cognitive model, to address the specific needs of the inmates.Essential Job...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    US-, St Albans City, VT, USA BayMark Health Services Full time

    Job Title: Substance Abuse CounselorJob Summary:BayMark Health Services is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a vital role in assisting patients with opioid addiction through medically assisted treatments and providing techniques for handling crisis situations. You will conduct...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    US-, St Albans City, VT, USA BayMark Health Services Full time

    Job Summary:BAART Programs, a BayMark Health Services company, is seeking a skilled Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a vital role in helping patients overcome opioid addiction and achieve long-term recovery. Key Responsibilities:Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to assist patients in...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    4 weeks ago

    Washington, DC , USA, United States BayMark Health Services Full time

    Job Title: Substance Abuse CounselorBayMark Health Services is seeking a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. As a Counselor, you will play a vital role in assisting patients through medically assisted treatments and providing techniques for handling opioid addiction.Responsibilities:Conduct individual initial assessments and evaluations...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor Position

    1 week ago

    US-, Oxford, AL, USA BayMark Health Services Full time

    Job Overview:BayMark Health Services is seeking a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will be responsible for assisting patients through medically assisted treatments and providing techniques for handling opioid addiction. You will conduct individual sessions and group sessions to assist with crisis...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    Clearwater, FL, USA, United States Operation Par Full time

    About Operation PAR, Inc.Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. With a rich history of serving west Florida since 1970, we offer a full continuum of services through advocacy, education, clinical services, and...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    Lexington, KY , USA, United States Groups: recover together. Full time

    Join Our Team as a Substance Abuse CounselorAt Groups: Recover Together, we're dedicated to providing comprehensive outpatient treatment for opioid addiction. Our care model includes medication, weekly group therapy, and care navigation, all designed to help individuals achieve sustained recovery.Key Responsibilities:Lead group therapy sessions, building...

  • Substance Abuse Therapist

    1 month ago

    Georgia, USA, United States Ridgeview Institute Smyrna Full time

    Job Title: Substance Use CounselorRidgeview Institute Smyrna is seeking a highly skilled Substance Use Counselor to join our team in Smyrna, Georgia.Job Description:We are looking for a qualified professional to provide direct patient care, in compliance with The Joint Commission and CMS standards of care, for patients under circumstances of chemical...

  • Substance Abuse Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Georgia, USA, United States Ridgeview Institute Smyrna Full time

    Job Title: Substance Use CounselorRidgeview Institute Smyrna is seeking a qualified Substance Use Counselor to join our team in Smyrna, Georgia.Job Description:We are looking for a skilled professional to provide direct patient care, in compliance with The Joint Commission and CMS standards of care, for patients under circumstances of chemical dependency,...

  • Substance Abuse Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Baton Rouge, LA , USA, United States HAART Inc Full time

    Job Title: Substance Use CounselorAt HAART Inc, we are seeking a highly skilled Substance Use Counselor to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to our patients.Job Summary:The Substance Use Counselor will conduct patient assessments, implement therapeutic interventions, and develop...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    4 weeks ago

    St. Louis, MO, USA, United States Peoples Family of Corporations Full time

    Job Title: Substance Use CounselorWe are seeking a skilled Substance Use Counselor to join our team at Peoples Family of Corporations.Job Summary:The Substance Use Counselor will be responsible for assessing and identifying client needs, coordinating treatment plans, and facilitating individual and group counseling sessions. The ideal candidate will have a...

  • Substance Abuse Specialist

    5 days ago

    Warwick, RI, United States Thrive Behavioral Health Full time

    Adult Substance ProgramThrive Behavioral Health, a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, delivers mental health and substance use services since 1976.We provide high-quality, low-cost care for Rhode Islanders, specializing in Adult Mental Health, Youth and Family, Substance Use, Housing, Teen and Young Adult, Court Ordered, and Crisis Behavioral...

  • Substance Abuse Therapist

    1 week ago

    Washington, DC , USA, United States MMP Staffing Services Full time

    Job Title: Substance Use CounselorAt MMP Staffing Services, we are seeking a skilled Substance Use Counselor to join our team. As a Substance Use Counselor, you will provide a supportive environment for individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement treatment plans to support individuals in their recovery...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor

    4 weeks ago

    St. Louis, MO, USA, United States People's Family of Corporations Full time

    Job Title: Substance Use CounselorJob Summary:This position is responsible for providing assessment and identification of client needs, coordination of treatment plans, and facilitation of outpatient groups and individual counseling. The Substance Use Counselor serves as a guide, confidant, advisor, and advocate for clients, assisting them in identifying...

  • Substance Abuse Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    St Clairsville, OH , USA, United States Ohio Department of Commerce Full time

    Job SummaryThe Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services is seeking a skilled Substance Abuse Therapist to join our team. As a key member of our recovery services team, you will provide evidence-based counseling and support to individuals struggling with substance use disorders.Key Responsibilities* Provide group and individual counseling...