Certified SUD Behavioral Health Counselor

Missouri Ozarks Community Health is currently accepting applications for a full time Certified SUD Behavioral Health Counselor based in our clinic in Ava, MO.

This care provider will offer comprehensive behavioral health services through traditional therapy in a clinical setting with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group environments. Working as a member of the Primary Care team, the goal of the provider is to assist individuals improve their quality of life by offering guidance and counseling to manage substance abuse and behavioral health issues. This team approach allows us to address the interaction of physical, behavioral and emotional/mental aspects of care.

The provider will be responsible for initial and follow-up assessment and treatment for patients and prepare individual treatment plans. This position will advocate for patients and families and assist patients with gaining access to needed services within the health care system and may provide crisis intervention to patients on an as needed basis.

Candidate must possess exceptional communication and negotiation skills in interactions with patients, families, physicians and health care team. Must be able to develop collaborative relations with physicians, families, and patients and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop and carry out treatment plans. Candidate must possess the ability to work independently and within a team setting. Must possess excellent time management skills and the ability to clearly and concisely document sessions. This position may travel to local sites as requested by administration.

Applicant must hold current Missouri Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Certified SUD Counselor required; working knowledge of DSM-5 required; experience is preferred; must pass a drug/alcohol screening before employment can begin. This position is full time employment in a clinical setting with competitive salary and attractive benefit package provided.

Join our upbeat, positive team with a focus on providing high quality patient care and services to the communities we serve by submitting your resume though our website or by email, applying via really, or applications can be obtained at any of our 6 clinic locations!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No nights
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (Preferred)
• Master Social Worker (LMSW) (Preferred)
• Professional Counselor (LPC) (Preferred)
• Certified SUD Counselor (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35