Substance Abuse Counselor

Health Care Resource Centers; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,046; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Sick Time

Job summary

A progressive substance abuse treatment program in Massachusetts is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients through medically assisted programs for opioid addiction. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing counseling, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have relevant education and experience, along with a positive attitude towards patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of individual counseling experience.
• Must demonstrate a positive and accepting attitude toward patients.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessment and evaluation interviews.
• Facilitate development of treatment plans with patients.
• Provide individual and group counseling services.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis management

Group facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science

Associate’s Degree

High School Diploma with certification

Job description

Substance Abuse Counselor role at Health Care Resource Centers (a BayMark Health Services company)

Position Overview

Substance use counselor will be in charge of assisting patients through medically assisted programs and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction. Counselor conducts group sessions and individual sessions to assist with crisis management and coping strategies. Additionally, the 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 the best overall outcome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual initial assessment and evaluation interviews for service eligibility determination
• Facilitate establishment and review with each patient the initial treatment plan
• Complete bio‑psychosocial assessment
• Provide individual and group counseling services; direct service hours at regularly scheduled intervals; coordinate all services throughout treatment
• Involve families and significant others in patient’s recovery process whenever possible
• Respond, as needed, to patient grievances and complaints
• Develop after‑care plans and discharge plans
• Other related duties as determined by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 1 year of individual counseling experience
• Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science with a minimum of 1 year of individual counseling experience
• Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma with a current certification and 1 year of supervision; certifications include CAC (Certified Addiction Counselor), CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor), or CADC II
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus
• Must demonstrate a positive, non‑judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen

Salary Range

Salary ranges from $23.00 to $25.44 an hour, based on experience, education, specialty, and training.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits (i.e., Accidental Injury)
• Company‑paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company‑paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program
• Perks Program
• Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
• University Learning

Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider the total compensation package by contacting us at BayMark Health Services for more information.

What to Expect

Health Care Resource Centers is a progressive substance abuse treatment program, 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BayMark Health Services is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) and to follow compliance guidelines 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.