Outpatient Substance Abuse Counselor — Growth & CME

Community Medical Services; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized medical, dental, and vision

Health savings account

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid sick, vacation, and holiday

401K retirement plan with match

Tuition and CME reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Community Medical Services is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from opioids and other substances. You will facilitate individual or group sessions, support treatment plans, and help clients develop coping strategies in an outpatient setting.

The role emphasizes a continuous learning culture with career progression, education reimbursement, and performance-based pay. A full-time benefits package includes health coverage, HSA, life and disability insurance, 401K,

Qualifications

• Must have Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) license.
• Behavioral health experience preferred.
• Associate/Bachelor/Master degree with required supervised counseling hours as specified in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage a caseload in compliance with regulatory standards and ratios.
• Conduct individual sessions, facilitate group counseling and didactic educational presentations.
• Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and individualized treatment plans, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment through ongoing assessment and modify service plans as needed.
• Coordinate care with recovery and community-based service providers; engage in case management and referrals.
• Involve family and natural supports per client preference.
• Stay current with developments in substance use treatment and licensure requirements.
• Maintain thorough client records and coordinate communication with other systems.

Skills

Caseload management

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Assessment planning

Care coordination

SUDP licensed

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Community Medical Services is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from opioids and other substances. You will facilitate individual or group sessions, support treatment plans, and help clients develop coping strategies in an outpatient setting.

The role emphasizes a continuous learning culture with career progression, education reimbursement, and performance-based pay. A full-time benefits package includes health coverage, HSA, life and disability insurance, 401K,