Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Master's Level (LCDP)

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking: Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Master's Degree required, LCDP preferred

Full Time Hours

• Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM
• Occasional evenings and Sundays for community events
  
  

Our Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness
• Free and unlimited access to 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offer a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
  
  

Our Team

Woonsocket Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Woonsocket, RI is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients who are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your Job As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Disorder Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Initial assessments as well as follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social or health services field required;
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Prior experience and knowledge in an addiction recovery and/or MAT (medication-assisted treatment) environment. 
  
  

Your Skills

• Experienced in substance misuse or behavioral health population.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent patient care.
• Excellent timely documentation and computer skills
• Familiar with Rhode Island regulations and requirements.
• Team driven, customer service oriented an ability to work as a team.
• Open to growth, development, and constructive feedback related to performance.
  
  

Licenses/Certifications: 

• Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional ( LCDP) - preferred, not required
  
  

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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