MAT Wellness Counselor

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc.; Vermont; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Medication-Assisted Treatment Wellness Counselor, where you will provide comprehensive care management to patients. This role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes through effective care coordination and health promotion. Your efforts will play a vital role in supporting patients and their families, addressing their complex medical and social needs. With a commitment to making a positive impact, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals and families in the community. Experience a rewarding career in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Employer-Matched Retirement Plan

Educational Support

$5,000 Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with licensure or licensure eligibility.
• Experience in individual therapy with substance use knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential MAT patients and develop treatment plans.
• Communicate with providers and facilitate referrals for seamless care transitions.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Substance Use

Education

Master's Degree (MSW, CMHC)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: St Albans, VT

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Free Licensure Supervision will be provided

Join our committed healthcare team as a Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Wellness Counselor, where you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care management to patients within our private family medicine practice. The practice has a team of Nurse Practitioners who are passionate about supporting the patient and their families while treating the whole person. They are looking forward to having someone join their team to assist in navigating the complex medical and social needs for their patients. This position involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination, health promotion, transitional care, and individual and family support services.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Care Management: Identify and assess potential MAT patients, develop treatment plans and provide counseling, all while monitoring patient health status and treatment progress and designing systematic approaches for Social Determinants of Health.
• Care Coordination: Communicate with providers and facilitate referrals and coordinate with other providers for seamless care transitions.
• Health Promotion: Provide nontraditional therapy in the PCP office which includes assisting in goal setting and self-management plans.
• Comprehensive Transitional Care: Develop collaborative relationships with providers by implementing referral protocols for care transitions, with the goal of reducing hospital readmissions and facilitating community placements.
• Referral to Community & Social Support Services: Assist patients in accessing community resources.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree (MSW, CMHC) with licensure or licensure eligibility - LICSW or LADC.
• Experience providing individual therapy - knowledge of substance use/misuse.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Social Determinants of Health.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families, we invite you to apply. At NCSS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support. Additionally, for those who qualify, this position provides an opportunity for $5,000 in student loan forgiveness upon the successful completion of your 6-month introductory period. We invite you to become a valued member of our team at NCSS, a 2023 Best Places to Work in Vermont!