What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor (Saltville, VA) position at Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems?
To Apply:
Fill out an online employment application, and it will automatically be submitted to hr@svchs.com
Applications may be downloaded and printed out. You may mail, fax, or email to:
Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc.
ATTN: Human Resources
13191 Glenbrook Avenue
PO Box 297
Meadowview, VA 24361
phone: (276) 944-3682
fax: (276) 695-4001
email: hr@svchs.com
If you’re looking to be on a winning team and serve a greater purpose, then SVCHS is the right place for you! We are committed to having a family-like atmosp so that all our employees have the most positive work environment. Our goals are to provide the highest quality healthcare, serve our community, and have the best team members working with us.
As we open doors to healthcare for our community, come see what makes us special! Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
Our benefits we offer our employees are some of the best in our region! For full-time employees, we offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Dental Insurance
- Maternity Leave
- Referral Bonuses
- Dynamic Culture
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Retention Bonus
- Promotion Opportunities
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays & Time Off
- Great Work Environment
- Employee Recognition
- Performance Pay Bumps
- FMLA
- Group Health Insurance
- Employer Paid Retirement
- Free Vaccines
- Flexible Schedules
- Care Gifts/Helping Hands
- Cellphone Plan Discount
- Weekends Off
Substance Abuse Counselor (Saltville, VA)
Overview
Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Saltville team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health and mental health counseling, with a focus on supporting individuals struggling with substance abuse issues. This role involves providing counseling, developing treatment plans, and facilitating group therapy sessions to assist clients in their recovery journey.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients to determine their needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to clients addressing substance abuse issues and related mental health concerns.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions, utilizing evidence-based practices to promote recovery and coping strategies.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation and client records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments.
- Participate in community outreach and prevention programs.
- Assist with orientation, case management, referrals, and discharge planning.
- Stay informed about current trends in substance abuse treatment and participate in ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Credentialed addiction treatment professional approved to practice substance abuse counseling services by the Virginia Board of Health Professionals (i.e. CSAC). Supervision is available for CSAC or SW Supervisees.
- One to three years of experience in behavioral health settings, particularly with substance abuse counseling.
- Strong understanding of medical documentation practices and the management of medical records.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- Familiarity with FQHC settings is a plus.
