Outpatient Substance Abuse Counselor (Flexible Scheduling)

Addiction And Mental Health Services; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Health Services is seeking an Outpatient Primary Counselor to meet the clinical needs of adults in substance abuse treatment at the PHP level. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans, addressing barriers to recovery and overall well‑being.

The role emphasizes DSM‑5 and ASAM criteria application, documentation, crisis intervention, and coordination of care with admissions and recovery professionals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria for substance use and mood disorders within scope of practice.
• Experience with ASAM criteria and level of care determinations.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply DSM-5 & ASAM criteria to diagnose and assign levels of care.
• Complete assessments and treatment planning documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention and support discharge planning.
• Maintain thorough clinical notes and collaboration with the care team.

Skills

DSM-5 knowledge

ASAM criteria

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Texas licensure (LCDC/LCSW/LMSW/LPC/LMFT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bradford Health Services is seeking an Outpatient Primary Counselor to meet the clinical needs of adults in substance abuse treatment at the PHP level. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans, addressing barriers to recovery and overall well‑being.

The role emphasizes DSM‑5 and ASAM criteria application, documentation, crisis intervention, and coordination of care with admissions and recovery professionals.