Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Counselor

New Dawn Treatment Center; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Dawn Treatment Center in Reno, NV is seeking a dedicated SUD Counselor to support individuals seeking recovery. You will provide compassionate individual and group counseling, perform assessments, and help develop tailored treatment plans.

Schedule includes some weekend and evening work. You will employ evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document in HIPAA-compliant EMR systems, and engage

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a SUD Counselor or equivalent certification.
• Experience in psychotherapy and addiction counseling.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and mental health disorders.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with group therapy facilitation is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems is a plus.
• Compassionate approach towards client care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to clients.
• Conduct assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Support clients through crisis intervention and management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation.
• Facilitate family involvement in treatment when appropriate.
• Stay current with best practices in mental health and addiction counseling.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Motivational interviewing

Cognitive behavioral therapy

Group therapy facilitation

Team collaboration

Education

SUD Counselor licensure

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Schedule: Some weekend and evenings required.

Company Overview

New Dawn Treatment Center has been a cornerstone of mental health and addiction treatment in Sacramento and Reno, for over 30 years. Our mission is to provide evidence-based treatment with a person-centered approach, ensuring every client experiences transformative care.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated SUD Counselor to join our team at New Dawn Treatment Center in Reno, NV. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to our mission by providing compassionate support and effective therapeutic interventions to individuals seeking recovery. Your expertise will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to clients.
• Conduct assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Support clients through crisis intervention and management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Facilitate family involvement in the treatment process when appropriate.
• Stay current with best practices in mental health and addiction counseling.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a SUD Counselor or equivalent certification.
• Strong experience in psychotherapy and addiction counseling.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and mental health disorders.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with group therapy facilitation is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems is a plus.
• Compassionate approach towards client care.