What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Use Counselor position at Integrea Community Mental Health Systems?
Are you a compassionate person who has a passion for helping others? As a substance use counselor in our treatment and counseling center, you will be providing assistance to individuals with varying levels of substance addictions. You will also work with individuals who are addicted to a wide variety of substances. Your job would be to provide high-quality care and counseling to help patients change their addictive behaviors and become clean. East Alabama Mental Health Center is committed to your success, so we also provide you with an amazing benefits package detailed below.
Job Responsibilities
Complete consumer intake procedures
Develop and follow appropriate Consumer Plans and implementation thereof
Assess the consumer's psycho-social status and level of functioning
Counsel patients in individual, group sessions, or family sessions by listening to their stories, concerns or issues and providing feedback, including teaching them coping techniques and offering advice on their current situations
Educate patients and families on treatment options, methods and techniques to ensure the patient understands the process when they are completing the intake procedures
Maintain records for health insurance and patient tracking, along with personal files for your use as you work with the patient and create the treatment plan
Work with other professional staff to collaborate on treatment methods and plans for patients and to assess suitability for counseling services or referrals to other treatment centers
Conduct research as needed to develop new treatment methods and to stay up-to-date on changes within the field
Agree to and comply with all company policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook, including how to handle patient grievances, proper intake procedures, staff meeting requirements and general code of conduct
Any other duties as needed
- Please note this position will require evening flexibility
Job Skills & Qualifications:
Required:
Master's degree in counseling or a related field
Experience in individual and group counseling
Excellent communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Clinical Practicum and Internship
Preferred:
State licensing or certification
5 years of experience
Familiarity with ASAM level of care
Benefits:
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
Employee's Retirement System of Alabama Membership
Generous Annual and Sick Leave Policy
Paid Holidays
NHSC student loan forgiveness available for some licensed staff
