Addiction Recovery Counselor - Growth, CEUs & PTO

Pinnacle Treatment Brand

Sandusky (OH)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 56,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Variable Pay Structure

Defined Career Pathing

Bonus Incentives

STAR LRP Eligibility

Continuing Education

Paid Time Off

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initi

Free Clinical Supervision

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers in Ohio is seeking a Counselor to support the recovery journey of our patients. You will document treatment plans, progress notes, and ensure compliance with federal and state standards.

Roles include Counselor I-III with varying education/licensure requirements; opportunities for supervision, continuing education, and a defined career path. Join a team dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based care and growth.

Qualifications

GED/High School diploma or higher.
CDCA or higher certification in Ohio.
CDCA or higher certification or licensure in OH.
Licensed Social Worker or higher licensure in OH.
Licensed Professional Counselor or higher licensure in OH.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or higher licensure in OH.

Responsibilities

Ensure the completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other essential documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures.
Provide patients with orientation regarding objectives of the program, phase system requirements, rules and regulations, sanctions, hours of services, patient rights, and additional information to help patients adjust to the program.
Assure each patient is assessed and placed according to the treatment phases in accordance with Federal and State standards and agency policies.
Assure all clinical documentation and patient charts updated in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Counsel patients in crisis situations by identifying patient resources and coping abilities to help patients cope with and resolve crisis.
Counsel patients who have refused to comply with specific program requirements to increase patient awareness of consequences of noncompliance.
Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
Participate in case conferences and case reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Develop and increase knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, methadone treatment, and substance abuse counseling certification.
Submit all internal and external correspondence to supervisor for review and approval.
Complete intakes, facilitate group counseling sessions.
Collection and testing of urine/swab drug screening following proper chain of custody.
Secure necessary documentation from patients, when appropriate, to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Submit monthly and quarterly statistical reports to supervisor.
Attend supervisions as scheduled
Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
Other duties as assigned.