Substance Abuse Counselor - MI

Community Medical Services; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with match

Tuition and CME reimbursement up to 100%

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Community Medical Services is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor in Sterling Heights, MI, to assist patients recovering from addiction. The job involves facilitating individual and group sessions and developing treatment plans in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Masters in Counseling or Social Work and relevant licenses. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement.

This role requires a consistent schedule and the ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct individual sessions and facilitate group counseling.
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment through ongoing assessment.
• Coordinate care with other recovery and community-based services.
• Maintain thorough client records and serve as the point of contact.

Skills

Management of caseload

Conducting individual and group counseling

Behavioral health assessments

Case management

Knowledge of substance use developments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Masters Degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work

Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC

Job description

Schedule: Mon-Fri 5am-1pm (possibly 1:30pm)

Pay: $28-$32/hr

Community Medical Services (CMS) is 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. As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you’ll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued.

Benefits

• 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 development

We’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.
• Is open to 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Masters Degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work with a CAADC - CAADC's can be obtained if they do not have it
• Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan

About Community Medical Services

Community 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 70 treatment clinics in 14 states, CMS is dedicated to meeting the challenges presented by the growing opioid epidemic in communities where treatment is lacking.

Our Commitment

We 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 Conditions

Please 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.