Master’s Level Substance Use Counselor — Clinical Care Leader

American Addiction Centers; Etta (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American Addiction Centers seeks a Counselor I to provide individual, group, and family counseling for adults, with clinical assessments for new and ongoing patients. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to coordinate services and advocate for patient care.

You will maintain documentation per licensing and accreditation standards, communicate with departments, and uphold HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Ongoing supervision, training, and a 40-hour work week complete the role.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in behavioral healthcare strongly preferred.
• Experience working with substance abuse, addictions, mental health, cognitive behavior treatment and motivational interviewing.
• Knowledge of utilizing electronic health record software and documentation.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group and family counseling.
• Conduct clinical assessments for new patients and on-going required assessments.
• Counselor I will participate in Treatment team and provide service coordination as needed for patients.
• Counselor I will advocate and communicate with the UR department on all aspects of patient care.
• American Addiction Centers strives to ensure that all of our patients receive the most comprehensive care to address the issues that may impede their recovery.

Education

Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences

Experience in behavioral healthcare

Tools

Electronic Health Record software

Job description

American Addiction Centers seeks a Counselor I to provide individual, group, and family counseling for adults, with clinical assessments for new and ongoing patients. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to coordinate services and advocate for patient care.

You will maintain documentation per licensing and accreditation standards, communicate with departments, and uphold HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Ongoing supervision, training, and a 40-hour work week complete the role.