Substance Use Disorder Professional(t)

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation in Seattle/Kent inpatient services seeks a SUDP(T) Clinician to join a multidisciplinary team providing recovery-oriented, person-centered SUD treatment.

You will conduct assessments, deliver individual and group therapy, facilitate relapse prevention and harm-reduction groups, and coordinate with medical and mental health staff to support residents’ goals and ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Current certification by the State of Washington Department of Health as a Substance Abuse Disorder Professional or Trainee.
• High school diploma required; an associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to obtain background checks and maintain licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Implement evidence-based SUD practices including patient-centered care and harm reduction.
• Conduct assessments, referrals, urinalysis, groups, and individual treatment.
• Facilitate treatment and relapse prevention groups; provide education groups.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary care team to address patient issues.
• Support residents' goals and ensure quality clinical services.
• Provide crisis services and manage de-escalation when needed.

Skills

Trauma‑Informed Care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multicultural awareness

Adaptability

Shift flexibility

Homelessness awareness

Professional boundaries

Education

Washington State DOH SUD Professional/Trainee

High school diploma

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

About Us

Valley Cities has recently been designated as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.

We are excited about the future ahead. We’re looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission‑driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

Position Summary

The SUDP(T) Clinician will function as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing recovery-oriented, person-centered care at Recovery Place Seattle/Kent Inpatient Services. The Clinician will deliver SUD treatment services to inpatient residents, utilizing a harm-reduction approach and evidence-based practices in accordance with ASAM criteria and Valley Cities’ policies and practices. They will provide SUD assessments, individual and group treatment, education groups, crisis services and relapse prevention along with treatment and case management services to patients who have a substance abuse disorder diagnosis. The SUDP(T) will ensure a strong recovery environment, person-centered wellness, and integrated care to meet the person’s individual needs while assuring that appropriate treatment services are provided. The SUDP(T) will work with program managers to assure quality clinical services and contract performance through direct clinical work.

Essential Job Functions

• Work with managers to implement evidence-based SUD practices, including patient centered care, harm reduction and abstinence base practices.
• Conduct assessments, referrals, urinalysis, groups, and individual treatment.
• Facilitate treatment groups, relapse prevention groups, and harm reduction groups in accordance with WACs and RCWs.
• Be comfortable working with individuals who suffer from a Substance Use Disorder and Mental illness by providing education and empowering clients to meet SUD treatment goals.
• Work with multi-disciplinary care team members including mental health and medical providers, as part of a comprehensive therapeutic environment, to assess and address patient issues throughout the workday.
• Collaborate with clinical and residential staff to identify and support residents’ goals.
• Provide feedback to clinical staff regarding residents’ policy adherence and progress toward goals.
• Mediate and/or de-escalate resident conflict as needed.
• Assist residents in safety planning.
• If employed at Inpatient program, must assist as needed with de-escalation and restraint of clients in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training and maintain current certification (CPI).
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Current certification by the State of Washington Department of Health as a Substance Abuse Disorder Professional or Trainee.
• Must be able to provide highest completed education upon hire. (High School Diploma required, Associates or Bachelor preferred).

Experience

• Understanding of and familiarity with addiction, withdrawal, and treatment resources for recovery.
• Pass required background checks.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Willing to work evenings.
• If recovery from alcohol/substance use disorder, the person must have been clean and sober for at least two years and be working on personal recovery program that is verifiable and documented at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with issues related to homelessness.
• Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries.
• Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care principles and service provision.
• Good communication skills, teamwork, and attitude.
• Multicultural awareness.
• Ability to adapt and flexibility.
• Available to work shifts on short notice.

Other

• Must have a valid State of Washington driver’s license and reliable transportation with current insurance.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.