Substance Use Disorder Counselor BHT

BAART Programs; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

BAART Programs in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Compassionate Substance Use Counselor to assist patients with opioid addiction through medically-assisted treatments. This role involves providing individual counseling, conducting assessments for service eligibility, and coordinating treatment plans with patients and their families. Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Science Field and LASAC certification. Ideal applicants demonstrate a positive attitude and experience with chemically dependent individuals. Join our team to contribute to impactful patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a Behavioral Science Field with at least 1 year of experience.
• LASAC or higher certification in Arizona required.
• Experience with chemically dependent individuals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling services to patients.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations for treatment eligibility.
• Facilitate treatment plan development with patients and families.

Skills

Counseling skills

Crisis management

Positive attitude

Education

Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science Field

LASAC (Associate Substance Abuse Counselor in AZ)

Job description

Compassionate Substance Use Counselor Needed!

Position Overview

Substance abuse counselor will assist patients through medically-assisted treatments and offer techniques for handling opioid addiction. The counselor conducts individual sessions to assist with crisis management and coping strategies. They will evaluate patients’ progress during counseling and collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other counselors to help patients achieve overall outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling services; direct service hours at regularly scheduled intervals; coordinate all services throughout treatment
• Conduct individual initial assessment and evaluation interviews for service eligibility determination
• Complete bio‑psychosocial assessment
• Facilitate, establish, and review with each patient the initial treatment plan
• Involve families and significant others in patient’s recovery process whenever possible
• Respond, as needed, to patient grievances and complaints
• Develop aftercare plans and discharge plans
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science Field with 1 year of experience
• LASAC (Associate Substance Abuse Counselor in AZ) or higher
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus
• Must demonstrate a positive, non‑judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen

What to Expect from Us

BAART Programs, a BayMark Health Services company, is a progressive substance abuse treatment organization committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long‑term recovery and an improved quality of life.

BayMark Health Services is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability, or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.