CO - Occurring Program Counselor

State-of-Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Riverview Psychiatric Center in Augusta, Maine is seeking a licensed professional to conduct diagnostic assessments and provide clinical input in care teams. The role focuses on co-occurring disorders and substance use treatment planning within a hospital setting.

The candidate will develop treatment plans, review programs, and train students and staff, under limited supervision, contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to co-occurring disorders.
• Two years’ experience in co-occurring counseling.
• Education cannot substitute for required two years’ experience in co-occurring counseling.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic assessments and provide clinical input in client/staff consultations.
• Develop co-occurring and substance use treatment plans.
• Review current substance use programs and instruct students and staff.

Skills

Co-occurring counseling

Diagnostic assessment

Clinical input

Education

Bachelor’s degree in co-occurring disorders related field

Job description

Riverview Psychiatric Center Opening Date: 09/01/2026 Closing Date: 10/01/2026 Job Class Code: 5302 Grade: 23 Salary: $24.29 - $33.84 per hour* *This includes a $.60 per hour institutional stipend Position 03100-3880 Location: Augusta, Maine Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. Watch this video to learn more about building your career with us at Riverview Psychiatric Center: Come Join Our Team!

Job Overview

This is professional services work involving the co-occurring assessment and treatment of clients at Riverview Psychiatric Center in a hospital setting. You will be performing diagnostic assessments, providing clinical input in client/staff consultations, developing co-occurring and substance use treatment plans, reviewing current substance use programs, as well as instructing students and staff. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to co-occurring disorders or equivalent in directly related work experience AND two (2) years’ experience in co-occurring counseling. Education cannot be substituted for required two years’ experience in co-occurring counseling.

Licensing Requirements

Licensure as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor as issued by State Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors is also required. Preference will be given to those with a clinical license.

Agency information

Riverview Psychiatric Center, in collaboration with the community, is a center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders. To continue our goal of becoming a leader within the Behavioral Health field, we are looking for candidates who work well in a team and are enthusiastic and dedicated to providing compassionate care. We hold accreditations by CMS and the Joint Commission. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

Benefits

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

About Us

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