Substance Abuse Counselor

Presbyterian Medical Services; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine paid holidays

Generous PTO

Free Life & LTD coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Santa Fe is seeking a counselor specialized in drug and alcohol abuse. Applicants must possess an Associates degree and relevant counseling credentials. Responsibilities include providing therapeutic support and developing outreach programs aimed at supporting clients facing substance use challenges. The role requires maintaining certifications and adhering to healthcare immunization policies. This is a full-time position offering competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associates of Arts degree.
• Recovering counselors must be drug and alcohol-free two years prior to employment.
• Experience providing drug and alcohol abuse counseling is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide drug and alcohol abuse counseling to Behavioral Health clients.
• Develop and implement educational/preventative outreach programs.
• Maintain certifications and complete required testing and immunizations.

Skills

Knowledge of alcoholism and drug addiction

Substance abuse treatment techniques

Interviewing, screening and assessing clients

Substance abuse treatment

Education

Associates of Arts degree

Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC) or equivalent

Tools

SASSI

AUP

Job description

JOB CATEGORY: MENTAL HEALTH/ BEHAVIORAL HEALTH / SUBSTANCE USE / COUNSELOR

POSITION SUMMARY: This is a professional position providing drug and alcohol abuse counseling to Behavioral Health clients. This is a professional position providing drug and alcohol abuse counseling to Behavioral Health clients.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of an Associates of Arts degree.
• Knowledge of alcoholism and drug addiction, substance abuse treatment techniques, and twelve-step recovery programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous required.
• Recovering counselors must be drug and alcohol-free a minimum of two years prior to employment.
• At least six months experience interviewing, screening and assessing abuse clients required.
• Experience in objective testing (e.g., SASSI, AUP) related to substance abuse issues as well as training and/or education in substance abuse issues required.
• Experience developing and implementing educational / preventative outreach programs strongly preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC); OR a Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA); OR have licensure as a Master's or doctorate level mental health counselor, social worker, or psychologist, e.g., LMHC, LPC, LMSW, RMHC, LPCC, LMFT, LPAT, LISW, LCSW, LCP. Must have certification/licensure by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment.
• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:

• According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
• TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies).
• Criminal Records Check.

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

• Mission-driven organization
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
• Free Life & LTD coverage
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution
• Employee recognition and engagement activitiesRobust training program
• Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability

Job Info

• Job Identification 10541
• Job Category Behavioral Health-Licensed
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 4730 Beckner Rd, Santa Fe, NM, 87507, US
• Program Description Santa Fe Family Health Center