Substance Abuse Counselor
Company: Community Medical Services Holdings, LLC
Location: Sussex
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
**POSITION TO BE FILLED FEB 2023**Substance Abuse
CounselorCommunity Medical Services (CMS) is urgently hiring a
Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from
addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. Whether
facilitating individual or group sessions, or assisting patients
with treatment plans and coping strategies, your work will help
foster a safe place for anyone looking to start their recovery
journey with us.What to ExpectAs you join our mission to help those
suffering from substance use disorders reclaim their lives, expect
to thrive in a comfortable, welcoming, and fun environment where
you are valued for the work you do, championed by passionate
leaders, and equipped with the tools and ongoing training you need
to achieve your goals.Along the way, we'll invest in your
well-being through a benefits package that includes: Subsidized
medical, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account Short
and long-term disability insurance Life insurance Paid sick,
vacation, and holiday time 401K retirement plan with match Tuition
and CME reimbursement up to 100% Employee assistance program to
support your mental health and wellness Ongoing professional
developmentWe're looking for someone who: Is excited to work in an
outpatient setting, much like a doctor's office or behavioral
health clinic. Enjoys a consistent schedule. Has experience working
with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals.To thrive in
this role, you must be able to: Maintain and manage a caseload in
compliance with regulatory standards and ratios. Conduct individual
sessions, facilitate group counseling and didactic educational
presentations. Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments
and individualized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with
regulatory requirements and unique client needs. Evaluate the
effectiveness of treatment through the ongoing assessment of the
client and his/her natural supports that may result in modification
to the service plan. Coordinate care with other recovery and
community-based service providers, engage in case management
activity by sending referrals, completing documentation necessary
to secure services, maintain chart compliance, etc. Include family
and natural supports in the client's treatment, per the client's
preference. Maintain and apply knowledge of new developments in the
field of substance use as required by specific state licensure.
Maintain a collegian relationship with other substance use
professionals, programs, and associations. Maintain a thorough and
comprehensive client record. Serve as the point of contact for
coordination and communication with other systems where clinical
knowledge of the case is crucial. Assist in screening and
coordinating primary care services for clients.Qualifications -
High School Diploma, GED or higher required with completion of 360
hours of specialized education in substance use disorder through a
post-secondary institution or department approved education
program. - One of the following licenses required:o License for
Substance Use Counseling: SAC-IT, SAC or CSACo License for Mental
Health Counseling: LPC-IT, LPC, LMFT or LCSW - Behavioral health
experience preferredAbout Community Medical ServicesCommunity
Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment
program providing services in the form of outpatient
medication-assisted treatment and one-on-one and group counseling
to those seeking help with their opioid use disorder. Headquartered
in Arizona with more than 40 treatment clinics in nine states, CMS
is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing
opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking.Our
CommitmentWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex,
disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by
law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform essential functions.Other
ConditionsPlease note this job description is not designed to cover
or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.COUNS002781#CONSLLicenses &
CertificationsPreferredCSACSACSAC-ITBehaviorsPreferredTeam Player:
Works well as a member of a groupDedicated: Devoted to a task or
purpose with loyalty or integrityDetail Oriented: Capable of
carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the
task done wellMotivationsPreferredAbility to Make an Impact:
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the
success of a project or the organizationSelf-Starter: Inspired to
perform without outside helpGoal Completion: Inspired to perform
well by the completion of tasks
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