Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Bangor (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision

Free CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Bangor Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for our Bangor, ME location. Join a team delivering compassionate, evidence-based counseling to patients recovering from opioid use disorder.

Position features early morning hours with growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and supervision provided. Requires Maine CADC or LADC; CCS considered. Duties include individual and group counseling, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in social/health services preferred.
• Degree from an accredited college/university.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, and relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience with clinical notes and plans.
• Familiarity with state/federal guidelines (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission).
• Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient’s recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure documentation of patient care, treatment, and incidents is timely and clear.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each patient.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and referrals to other programs.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Provide case management to ensure individualized care.
• Act as liaison between referrals and patients.

Skills

Counseling

Group Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Documentation

Treatment Planning

Care Coordination

MAT familiarity

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Master’s in social or health services

Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

• Maine CADC or LADC is required


• CCS also considered

Full Time Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Our Benefits:

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program


• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance


• Competitive 401(k) plan


• Paid vacation and sick time


• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)


• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being


• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance


• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Bangor Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Bangor, Maine, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job as a Substance Use Counselor:

The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.


• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.


• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.


• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.


• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.


• Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.


• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.


• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.


• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.


• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.


• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications:

• HS diploma or GED equivalent;


• Prefer Bachelor’s or Master's degree in social or health services field;


• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.


• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.


• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.


• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.


• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.


• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.


• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).


• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Maine CADC or LADC is required.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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