Therapist SUDP

Ahg Master; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

AHG Master in Lacey, WA is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee to deliver direct clinical care in a fast-paced detox and residential setting.

In this role you will conduct assessments, develop and update treatment plans, and provide individual and family counseling. You will document progress and discharge summaries, lead groups, and support crisis intervention to promote recovery.

Qualifications

• Must be certified by WA State DOH as SUDP or SUDPT.
• Experience delivering assessments and counseling in detox/residential settings.
• Ability to document progress and maintain EMR records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide individual and family counseling as appropriate.
• Lead educational and process groups for clients.
• Document client progress, reports, and discharge summaries in Sunwave EMR.
• Assist with crisis intervention and relapse prevention strategies.
• Educate clients and families about treatment options and supports.

Skills

Empathy

Effective communication

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Documentation

Education

WA State DOH SUDP/SUDPT certification

Tools

Sunwave EMR

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Lacey Detox - Lacey, WA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day, Substance Use Disorder Professional or Trainee(SUDP/SUDPT)

We are a nationwide network of addiction treatment centers providing evidence-based care for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Through individualized treatment and a full continuum of care, we help clients build the skills, confidence, and foundation needed for lasting recovery and a healthier, more fulfilling life.

About the Role

As a Substance Use Disorder Professional and/or Trainee (SUDP/SUDPT), you are responsible for delivering direct clinical care to clients in a fast-paced detox and residential setting. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans and keep them current as clients progress, and provide individual and family counseling as appropriate. You will also lead educational and process groups and document client progress, reports, and discharge summaries in the electronic medical record.

This is a hands-on role where you work alongside the clinical, nursing, and support teams every day. You will help clients through moments of crisis, support relapse prevention and motivational enhancement work, and educate clients and families about substance use disorders, treatment options, and community supports. Along the way you will build the supervised clinical hours and experience that lead toward full SUDP credentialing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of clients with substance use disorders.
• Conduct educational and process groups as assigned.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor and update them.
• Provide individual counseling and family counseling as appropriate.
• Document client progress, keep records, and produce reports and discharge summaries using Sunwave EMR.
• Assist with crisis intervention, relapse prevention and motivational enhancement techniques.
• Educate clients and families about substance use disorders, treatment options, and community supports.

Qualifications

• Must be certified by the State of Washington Department of Health as a Substance Use Disorder Professional and/or Trainee.
• Knowledge of DSM-V and SMI diagnoses, psychopharmacology, substance abuse, addictions, recovery, relapse prevention, and 12-step treatment philosophy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones, and professionals.
• Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities