Substance Use Counselor

Lynnwood comprehensive treatment center; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision

Free CEUs (CEU access)

EAP programs

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lynnwood Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Substance Use Counselor to support patients with opioid use disorder through individual and group counseling. Located in Lynnwood, WA, this role offers early morning hours and growth within a leading MAT provider.

You will deliver compassionate care, document progress, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help patients achieve recovery. WA SUDP or SUDPT certification is required.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent required.
• 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.
• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) such as methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone.
• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices (CBT, MI) and relapse prevention.
• Documentation experience with clinical notes and treatment plans.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Counseling experience

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or Master's preferred

Tools

CBT

MI

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

• Washington SUDP or SUDPT is required

Full Time Hours:

• Maximum of 36 hours weekly
• Monday- Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Our Benefits:

• 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
• Opportunityfor growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Lynnwood Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Lynnwood, WA, 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.

Compensation for roles at LynnwoodCTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience.As required by local law, LynnwoodCTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Washington as set forth below.Role Location: Washington

Calculated Salary Range for role: $28.00- $34.86 per hour.

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 graduate or equivalent required;
• 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:

• Washington SUDPT or SUDP 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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