Substance Use Counselor

Comprehensive Treatment Centers; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid clinical supervision

Free CEUs (500+ CEUs)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Early morning hours

Growth opportunities in the industry

Job summary

Spokane CTC Comprehensive Treatment Center in Spokane, WA, seeks a Substance Use Counselor for its Outpatient MAT program. The role offers full-time hours (Mon-Fri, early morning shift) and a team-driven environment focused on recovery and compassionate care.

Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, treatment planning, assessments, crisis intervention, and liaison work with referral sources. Prior MAT experience and relevant licenses are preferred.

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.
• Familiarity with MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone).
• Experience in individual and group counseling for substance use recovery.
• Knowledge of CBT, MI, relapse prevention techniques.
• Documentation experience per state and federal guidelines.
• Familiarity with 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards.
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MAT knowledge

Individual & group counseling

CBT, MI, relapse prevention

Documentation of care

Regulatory knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

SUDPT/SUDP license

Education

HS graduate or equivalent

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

Degree from an accredited college/university

Job description

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Counselor

Full Time Hours

• Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Our Benefits

• 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

Spokane CTC Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Spokane, 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.

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 Spokane CTC 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, Spokane CTC 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

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour.

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

• 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

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