Integrated Co-Occurring Disorders Counselor

Kitsap Mental Health Services; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Life & disability insurance

Student loan assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Wellness app

Job summary

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Co-occurring Disorders Counselor to provide integrated substance use disorder treatment and mental health support to clients. In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering direct counseling services, crisis intervention, and care coordination.

Minimum qualifications include a BA degree and SUDP trainee certification; entry-level experience; driving requirements in Washington; and Agency Affiliated Counselor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field.
• Entry level (no prior related work experience).
• Must drive clients in a personal vehicle; Washington driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Current certification as a Substance Use Disorder Trainee.
• Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
• Preferred: Current certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional; 2+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care coordination and case management for assigned clients.
• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling, crisis intervention, and substance use disorder treatment.
• Perform SUD assessments and determine level of care placements using ASAM criteria.
• Develop and implement integrated treatment plans for mental health and SUDs.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches including motivational interviewing and harm reduction.
• Educate and support families and advocate for client rights.
• Collaborate with external partners (DSHS, housing authorities, courts, other behavioral health agencies).
• Assist clients in accessing medical care and coordinating services.
• Provide crisis intervention and work with Designated Crisis Responders as needed.
• Maintain detailed documentation per agency policies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and ongoing staff training.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

Skills

Communication

Establishing relationships

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or behavioral health fields

Job description

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Co-occurring Disorders Counselor to provide integrated substance use disorder treatment and mental health support to clients. In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering direct counseling services, crisis intervention, and care coordination.

Minimum qualifications include a BA degree and SUDP trainee certification; entry-level experience; driving requirements in Washington; and Agency Affiliated Counselor