Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee (SUDP/SUDPT)

Kitsap Mental Health Services; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 37,043 - 46,301; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

Life insurance

Student loan assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Health behavior change app access

Home support services

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking a skilled Substance Use Disorder Professional to assess and provide treatment for clients with substance use disorders. This role involves developing treatment plans, providing therapy, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective support services. Candidates should be currently enrolled in a related associate program and possess communication and teamwork skills. Competitive hourly pay is offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Current student in Associate's program in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field or SUD apprentice program.
• Entry-level experience required.
• Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services for clients using substances and engage in treatment practices.
• Develop treatment plans addressing substance use disorders.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and other behavioral interventions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Substance Use Disorder Professional / SUDP/T–Pathways

Hiring Range SUDP: $26.89–$33.61 per hour

Hiring Range SUDPT: $20.07–$24.58 per hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well‑being, with access to top‑tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro‑rated for part‑time employees.)
• Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well‑being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Job Summary

Kitsap Mental Health Services seeks a skilled and compassionate Substance Use Disorder Professional to join our multidisciplinary Pathways team. This role involves assessing, planning, developing, coordinating, and providing clients treatment, rehabilitation, and support services. The ideal candidate will provide integrated, collaborative mental health and substance use disorder services, ensuring compliance with relevant contracts and regulatory agencies.

General Summary of Duties

• Provide direct services for those currently using substances, utilizing recommended substance use treatment practices. Services may include individual & family therapy, group therapy, psycho‑educational workshops, recovery‑skill‑building groups, and crisis intervention.
• Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement to engage the people we serve who maintain ambivalence related to pursuing a healthy lifestyle.
• Develop written treatment plans with integrated interventions to address issues across the health continuum, with emphasis on substance use disorders.
• Utilize motivational interviewing, stages of change theory, harm reduction, stage‑wise treatment strategies and other behavioral interventions as clinically indicated.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the unique presentation and needs of clients experiencing co‑occurring disorders.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of medications used in the treatment of SUD (MAT).
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Provide crisis intervention services as indicated by assessment and treatment process. Recognize and intervene according to continuous assessment throughout the individual’s stay.
• Document all clinical services thoroughly and accurately and submit all documentation in a timely manner per agency policy and contractual/WAC requirements.
• Focus on teamwork, teambuilding, and the maintenance of a positive work atmosphere in order to best provide for the people we serve.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities for SUDPTs. SUDPs who qualify as WA State SUDP supervisors may be assigned up to two practicum students or student interns to observe and coach.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Current student in Associate’s program in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field or SUD apprentice program.
• Experience/Skills: Entry‑level.
• Licenses/Credentials: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. Current certification as a WA State Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field or equivalent.
• Experience/Skills: Experience working with clients with co‑occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
• Licenses/Credentials: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. Current certification as a WA State Substance Use Disorder Professional.

Performance Requirements

Knowledge

1. Substance use disorder treatment
2. Co‑occurring disorders
3. Medication‑assisted treatment
4. Automation of job tasks using computer technology

Skills

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
• Communication – communicates clearly and concisely.
• Computer skills – ability to operate proficiently a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed productivity standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cooperative and collaborative manner as a team member.
• Able to assist in building positive working relationships with staff of all agency departments.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.