CSAC: Outpatient Substance Abuse Counselor (Weekdays)

SaVida Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SaVida Health in Richmond, VA seeks an independently licensed clinician to provide mental health and substance use counseling in an outpatient setting. You will complete intake forms, psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and session notes in a timely manner per agency, regulatory bodies and managed care requirements.

Responsibilities include documenting all clinical content, reviewing client progress quarterly, coordinating with collaborative providers, and referring to higher levels of

Qualifications

• CSAC certification required.
• Minimum one year experience in substance misuse treatment.
• Minimum one year experience in mental health counseling.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity of quality care as evidenced by documentation/communication with collaborative providers and agencies
• Provide referrals for alternative levels of care as needed
• Act as client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
• Document all clinical content per agency requirements
• Review client progress on a quarterly basis and update treatment plans to reflect changes in treatment plan goals

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Bilingual/Bicultural

EMR Experience

Microsoft Word/Excel

Education

CSAC - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

Tools

EMR systems

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

SaVida Health in Richmond, VA seeks an independently licensed clinician to provide mental health and substance use counseling in an outpatient setting. You will complete intake forms, psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and session notes in a timely manner per agency, regulatory bodies and managed care requirements.

Responsibilities include documenting all clinical content, reviewing client progress quarterly, coordinating with collaborative providers, and referring to higher levels of