Inpatient SUDP/T

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations in Washington state seeks a SUDP(T) to provide clinical support in an adolescent residential substance use disorder program. You will conduct assessments, lead self-help sessions, participate in treatment planning, and advocate for residents’ needs within HIPAA-compliant practices.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate care with strong professional boundaries and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support stabilization,

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Addiction Studies Program and have completed one semester and/or two quarters.
• Current Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional/Trainee license in good standing
• Two years’ related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and review individual resident master treatment plans under supervision.
• Conduct self-help individual and group therapy sessions and complete SUD assessments.
• Maintain therapeutic relationships with residents with professional boundaries and ethical conduct.
• Monitor and evaluate resident behavior, progress, and engagement; identify improvements or need for higher care.
• Advocate for residents by collaborating with the treatment team and supporting stabilization and recovery.
• Counsel residents and families in aftercare and discharge planning, coordinating with community resources.
• Coordinate resident discharges ensuring continuity of care and appropriate transitions.
• Complete required clinical documentation and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Comply with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational privacy policies.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, families, coworkers, and leadership.
• Promote a trauma-informed, culturally responsive work environment.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Group therapy

Assessment

Professional boundaries

Education

Addiction studies enrollment

Associate degree in psychology/counseling/social work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

ABOUT HL7N

We are a residential treatment center for youth with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, offering outpatient behavioral health and on-site medical services. Located on 55 peaceful acres, we provide a safe, supportive environment grounded in traditional, cultural, and spiritual values. Our holistic program blends Indigenous teachings with evidence-based practices to support healing, growth, and resilience in both Native and non-Native youth, fostering respect, honesty, generosity, and cultural identity.

POSITION SUMMARY

The SUDP(T) provides clinical support and programmatic assistance within an adolescent residential substance use disorder treatment program. This role is responsible for delivering trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and respectful care while maintaining strong professional boundaries. The SUDP(T) conducts assessments, facilitates self-help individual and group sessions, participates in treatment planning, and advocates for residents’ needs. All work is performed in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational policies. This position collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support resident stabilization, recovery, and engagement while serving as a positive role model for residents and peers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the planning, implementation, and ongoing review of individual resident master treatment plans underappropriate supervision.
• Conduct self-help individual and group therapy sessions and complete substance use disorder assessments to support clinically sound case management and treatment planning.
• Maintain therapeutic, professional relationships with residents, demonstrates strong professional boundaries, ethical conduct, and positive role modeling.
• Monitor and evaluate resident behavior, progress, and engagement,identifyingimprovement, concerns, or the need for referral to a higher level of care.

• Provide care and treatment that is respectful, compassionate, and delivered with integrity, particularly during periods of resident struggle or crisis.
• Advocate for residents by actively collaborating with the treatment team, exploringappropriate interventions, and supporting resident stabilization and recovery.
• Counsel residents and families in aftercare and discharge planning, including coordination with community resources such as tribal entities, service units, schools, and follow-up providers.
• Coordinate resident discharges, ensuring continuity of care and appropriate transitionsupports.
• Maintain consistent engagement with residents on the unit to support structure, accountability, and a therapeutic environment.
• Provide support to Behavioral Health Support Specialists and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Present resident progress, treatment needs, and barriers to multidisciplinary teams to support informed and coordinated care decisions.
• Complete required clinical documentation and reports ina timelyandaccuratemanner.
• Perform all duties in compliance withHIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational privacy and confidentiality policies.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully with residents, families, coworkers, and leadership.
• Follow organizational policies and procedures and serve as a positive role model bydemonstratingprofessionalism, ethical behavior, and appropriate workplaceboundaries.
• Promote a positive, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of resident care and program operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet the minimum educational and experience requirements for the position anddemonstrateproficiencywith Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant applications.

• Enrolledin an Addiction Studies Programand have completed one (1) semester and/or two (2) quarters of addiction studieswith an accredited program for Addiction Studies,orassociate’s degree in psychology,Counseling,Social Work, or related field, and working on the Core Courses of Addiction Studies.
• Current Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional/Trainee license in good standing
• Two years’related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education