Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid clinical supervision (무료

Free CEUs (500+)

EAP support

Early morning hours for work-life-biz

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Riverside Treatment Center Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), part of Acadia Healthcare, is hiring a Substance Use Counselor to support patients with opioid use disorder through individual and group counseling. The role emphasizes compassionate care and documentation to meet regulatory standards.

Requirements include AOD registration and certification; CA-approved organizations (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP) are accepted.

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.
• Experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with MAT, including methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, relapse prevention.
• Documentation experience per guidelines.
• Familiarity with state regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in individual and group counseling.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions as needed.
• Maintain documentation of patient care timely and concise.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate needs and referrals to other programs as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention and case management as needed.
• Act as liaison between referrals and patients.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Group counseling

Relationship-building

Communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

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

Job description

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking:Substance Use Counselor

Requirements: AOD Certification is required. Counselor II or III Preferred.

• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

Full Time Hours: (36 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
• Opportunityfor growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Riverside Treatment Center Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Riverside, CA, 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 Riverside Treatment CEnterCTC 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, Riverside Treatment CenterCTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.Role Location: California

Calculated Salary Range for role: $26.50- $31.60 per hour.

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

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• AOD Registration is required.
• AOD Certification is required.
• Registration/Certification must be obtained from a California-approved Counselor Certification Organization (CAADE, CADTP or CCAPP).

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