Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision)

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Clinical supervision

Free CEUs

EAP

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Comprehensive Treatment Centers in Oklahoma City, OK, is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for our Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program. You will provide compassionate individual and group counseling to patients with opioid use disorder, using evidence-based practices and a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities include planning and documenting treatment, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting recovery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in social or health services field is required.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings preferred.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone).
• Experience with individual and group counseling sessions.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, and relapse prevention.
• Documentation experience per state/federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission).
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.

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.

Skills

Counseling skills

Documentation

CBT

Motivational Interviewing

Relapse prevention

MAT familiarity

Group counseling

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in social/health services

Accredited degree

Job description

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

• LADC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LBHP

Part Time Hours: Monday-Friday 5:00 AM-9:00 AM Up to 20 hours/week

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

Our Team

Oklahoma City Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Oklahoma City, OK, 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

Required Education, Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services field required
• 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:

• CADC, LADC or candidate;
• LPC or candidate;
• LMFT or candidate;
• LCSW or candidate

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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