Compassionate Substance Use Counselor for Recovery Support

BAART Programs; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Sick Time

Job summary

BAART Programs, a BayMark Health Services company, seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted treatments and to guide coping strategies, focused on crisis management and recovery in an outpatient setting.

You will conduct individual and group sessions, assess progress, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow counselors to achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Behavioral Science.
• Substance abuse counseling experience, preferred.
• Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population.
• Understanding of an EMR system (electronic medical records).
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial assessment and eligibility interviews.
• Establishes and reviews initial treatment plans with each patient.
• Completes bio-psychosocial assessment.
• Provides individual and group counseling; coordinates services.
• Involves families in recovery when possible.
• Responds to patient grievances and complaints.
• Develops aftercare and discharge plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Behavioral Science

Tools

EMR software

Job description

BAART Programs, a BayMark Health Services company, seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted treatments and to guide coping strategies, focused on crisis management and recovery in an outpatient setting.

You will conduct individual and group sessions, assess progress, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow counselors to achieve positive outcomes.