SUD Counselor I - Patient-Centered Recovery Coach

BestCare Treatment Services, Inc.; Madras (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCare Treatment Services, Inc. is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to deliver individual and group counseling to program participants and their families, using a patient-centered and harm-reduction approach.

The role partners with the Treatment Team to conduct intakes, assessments, and develop ASAM-based treatment plans, while coordinating with community resources and ensuring compliant documentation in the EHR.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• For individuals in recovery, must have maintained continuous recovery for the previous two years.
• CADC-I or CADC-II certifications or pursuing required certifications within two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to patients enrolled in the program.
• Collaborate with the Treatment Team to develop and monitor treatment plans using ASAM criteria.
• Conduct intakes, assessments, and coordinate referrals and aftercare planning.
• Support family counseling, crisis intervention, and community liaison activities.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and accurate documentation in the EHR.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Patient-centered approach

Education

High School Diploma

Associate/Bachelor’s in addiction/behavioral health (preferred)

Job description

BestCare Treatment Services, Inc. is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor to deliver individual and group counseling to program participants and their families, using a patient-centered and harm-reduction approach.

The role partners with the Treatment Team to conduct intakes, assessments, and develop ASAM-based treatment plans, while coordinating with community resources and ensuring compliant documentation in the EHR.