About this opportunity
Acadia Healthcare lists this Substance Use Counselor opportunity in lynchburg, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program
Seeking: Substance Use Counselor
CSAC-R, CSAC, or CSAC eligible (required)
Full-Time Hours: Monday - Friday 6 AM - 2 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:
Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Lynchburg, VA, 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.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions 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.
May plan for 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.
Role Location: Virginia
Calculated Salary Range for role: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in counseling, social, or health services field, with 2+ years' experience in counseling or social services field;
Master's degree in counseling, social, or health services field, with 1 year of professional work experience;
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
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.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor: CSAC-R, CSAC – must be eligible to obtain within 90 days of employment.
Licensed Mental Health Professionals: LPC-R, LPC, LCSW-R, LCSW, LSATP
Please note that anyone with an "R" on their license is required to have their supervisor sign off on all documentation notes.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
Worksite address
lynchburg, VA, 24513, US
Who can apply
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