Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP)

Ths Wa; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 43,394 - 47,899; Full time

Job summary

A behavioral health organization in Seattle is hiring a Substance Use Disorder Professional to provide evaluations, assessments, and counseling. The candidate will work closely with a Clinical Supervisor and offer support to individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Applicants must hold a current Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) license. The position is in-person with a full-time schedule, offering flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate between $31.50 and $34.77.

Qualifications

• Maintain Substance Use Disorder Professional certification with the SUDP credential.
• Comprehensive knowledge in chemical dependency and family dynamics.
• Drug-free for a minimum of three years prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments for participants.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on participant needs.
• Provide individual and group counseling services.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Computer proficiency

Counseling

Case management

Education

Associate’s degree in Social Services/Sciences or related field

Job description

Description

Since 1972, Therapeutic Health Services (THS) has provided evidence‑based, culturally appropriate and compassionate behavioral health treatment, programs and services for children, youth, and families with substance use and mental health disorders. We are on the frontlines:

• Fighting the region’s opioid epidemic
• Providing behavioral health support for those experiencing homelessness
• Lowering barriers to behavioral health for youth and adults who have had challenges accessing quality care
• Specialists in serving the needs of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities
• A family of caring and compassionate providers dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in our community

We are hiring a Substance Use Disorder Professional to join our Seattle team. Under the close supervision of our Clinical Supervisor, you'll provide primary contact with participants, be responsible for evaluations and assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide group and family counseling. The schedule for this position is in‑person, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours. The pay for this role is $31.50 - $34.77 per hour.

***Please note: To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a current Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) license with the Washington State Department of Health.

Requirements

Serves as the primary contact with participants; responsible for screenings, evaluations, assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual, group, and family counseling. Provides program information and facilitates referrals to outside resources. Reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor.

• Conducts a self‑assessment of skill levels related to Substance Use Disorder Professional practice, collaborating closely with the Clinical Supervisor to strengthen identified areas and complete necessary training hours for SUDP certification.
• Provides individual and group counseling services to individuals enrolled in programs at THS and/or its affiliates.
• Serves as leader or co‑leader of therapy groups.
• Performs intake interviews/assessments as required.
• Develops and implements treatment plans and concurrent treatment plan reviews reflecting the participant’s perspective.
• Ensures prompt, accurate clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notations, and preparation of treatment contracts, letters, referrals, and discharge summaries.
• Provides advocacy, case management, information and referral services, and wrap‑around services in an outpatient setting.
• Assists in resolving participant's issues, as they relate to staffing decisions. Follows through on staffing recommendations for participants.
• Adheres to established THS policies and procedures.
• Provides advocacy, case management, information and referral services, and wrap‑around services in an outpatient setting.
• Serves on THS committees as assigned.
• Complete THS Relias trainings, as assigned
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

1. Associate’s degree in Social Services/Sciences or related field, plus two years’ experience in counseling, case evaluation and staffing presentations and record keeping OR Associate Degree plus three years’ experience in counseling.
2. Maintain Substance Use Disorder Professional certification per WAC (Washington Administrative Code) and possess the SUDP credential.
3. Comprehensive knowledge and experience in chemical dependency, family dynamics, and counseling.
4. Drug‑free and out of treatment for a minimum of three years immediately prior to employment and no misuse of alcohol or drugs while employed as a Chemical Dependency Professional.
5. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Computer proficiency required.