SUD Counselor

BAART Programs; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)

Generous paid time off and holidays

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

BAART Programs is seeking a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor in Ogden, Utah. The role involves providing individual and group counseling, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare providers to support patients through their recovery from opioid addiction.

The ideal candidate holds relevant certifications and has a degree in behavioral sciences. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess relevant licensing in Utah.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences is preferred.
• Successful criminal background check and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling services to patients.
• Develop and review treatment plans with patients.
• Respond to patient grievances and develop aftercare plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient care.
• Facilitate family involvement in the recovery process.

Skills

Counseling Skills

Crisis Management

Communication

Education

ASUDC, CASUDC, CASUDC-I, SUDC, CSUDC, CSUD-I, LMHC, CMHC, LPS, LCSW, CSW, or SSW in Utah

Associates or Bachelor's in Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor Needed!

Position Overview:

Substance abuse counselors will be in charge with assisting patients through medically assisting programs and offering techniques for handling opioid addiction. Counselor conducts group sessions and individual sessions to assist with crisis management and coping strategies. Additionally, counselors will evaluate patients’ progress during therapy. Substance abuse counselors may also need to collaborate with doctors, nurses and therapists for patients’ therapy and treatment for the best overall outcome.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling services; direct service hours at regularly scheduled intervals; coordinate all services throughout treatment
• Respond, as needed, to patient grievances and complaints
• Develop aftercare plans and discharge plans
• Involve families and significant others in patient’s recovery process whenever possible
• Facilitates, establishes and reviews with each patient the initial treatment plan
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Must hold an ASUDC, CASUDC, CASUDC‑I, SUDC, CSUDC, CSUD‑I, LMHC, CMHC, LPS, LCSW, CSW, or SSW in the state of Utah.
• Associates and/or bachelor’s in behavioral sciences
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Excellent growth and development opportunities through our counselor career path
• Rewarding opportunity with the ability to impact individuals’ life

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.