What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at Mountain State Recovery Center?
We are currently seeking a full-time Masters level Substance Abuse Counselor for Mountain State Recovery Center in Charleston, WV.
Mountain State Recovery Center is focused in fighting the opioid crisis using medication assisted treatment for individuals struggling with an opioid addiction. With full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications, we are prepared to treat the entire problem, not just a piece of it.
*The Substance Abuse Counselor is a counseling professional who provides treatment and support to assist patients receiving care in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems; assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of patients receiving care through an outpatient setting.
Responsibilities
- Conducts individual counseling sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required;
- Conducts group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required;
- May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions;
- Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment, for patients;
- Prepares individual treatment plans for each assigned patient;
- Ensures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner;
- May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients;
- Provides crisis intervention to patients, as needed;
- May plan for aftercare for assigned patients;
- May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested;
- May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care;
- Evaluates patient’s needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed; and,
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of master's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university.
- No previous experience in field is preferred by not required. Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process
Licenses/Certifications:
- LCSW (preferred)
- LGSW
- LCISW
- LPC (preferred)
***Monthly bonuses: Based on job performance metrics established by facility
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- Master's (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $51,000