Substance Abuse Counselor

BayMark Health Services; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

BayMark Health Services' MedMark Treatment Centers in Clearwater seeks a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to support patients through medically assisted programs, conduct individual and group sessions, and coordinate care with the treatment team.

The role emphasizes crisis management, ongoing progress evaluation, and collaboration with doctors, nurses, and therapists to achieve long-term recovery. Excellent documentation and EMR skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science/Human Services; CAP Certification a plus.
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus.
• Willingness to work one weekend a month and early morning hours.
• Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population.
• Understanding of an EMR system (electronic medical records).
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions.
• Coordinate care of assigned patients and present status to treatment team.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop/implement treatment plans per state requirements.
• Provide clinical services and patient care including opiate addiction counseling.
• Maintain excellent documentation and computer skills.

Skills

Non-judgmental attitude

Education

Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science/Human Services

CAP Certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Description Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor Needed!

Description Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor Needed!
Substance abuse counselor will be in charge with assisting patients through medically assisting programs and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction. Substance abuse counselor conducts group sessions and individual sessions to assist with crisis management and coping strategies. Additionally, Substance abuse counselor will evaluate patients’ progress during therapy. Substance abuse counselors may also need to collaborate with doctors, nurses and therapists for patients’ therapy and treatment for best overall outcome.

Responsibilities:

• Counselor will conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Coordinate care of assigned patients and present patient status and concerns with treatment team accordingly.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and the development and implementation of patient treatment plans according to State regulatory requirements
• Provide clinical services and patient care and education and opiate addiction counseling services to patients
• Excellent documentation and computer skills required
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Must haveBachelor of Science in Behavioral Science/Human Services,CAP Certifieda plus.
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus
• Must be willing to work one weekend a month and early morning hours is a must.
• Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population
• Understanding of an EMR system (electronic medical records)
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Excellent growth and development opportunities through our counselor career path
• Rewarding opportunity with the ability to impact individuals’ life

What to expect from us:

MedMark Treatment Centers, a BayMark Health Services company,is aprogressive substance abuse treatment organization is committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.
BayMark Heath Servicesis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.