Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT)

Since 1972, Therapeutic Health Services (THS) has provided evidence-based, culturally appropriate and compassionate behavioral health treatment, programs and services for children, youth, and families with substance use and mental health disorders. We are on the frontlines:

• Fighting the region’s opioid epidemic
• Providing behavioral health support for those experiencing homelessness
• Lowering barriers to behavioral health for youth and adults who have had challenges accessing quality care
• Specialists in serving the needs of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities
• A family of caring and compassionate providers dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in our community

We are hiring a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee Float to join our Pregnant and Parenting Women Program in Shoreline and Seattle. Under the close supervision of our Clinical Supervisor, you'll provide primary contact with participants; responsible for evaluations, assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual, group, and family counseling. The schedule for this position is Monday thru Friday, with flexible hours. The pay for this role is $24.38 - $27.30 per hour.

• Conducts a self-assessment of skill levels related to Substance Use Disorder Professional practice, collaborating closely with the Clinical Supervisor to strengthen identified areas and complete necessary training hours for SUDP certification.
• Provides individual and group counseling services to individuals enrolled in programs at THS and/or its affiliates.
• Ensures service documentation is counter-signed by a certified SUDP.
• Serves as a leader or co-leader of therapy groups.
• Performs intake interviews/assessments as required, providing ongoing evaluation of individuals through the collection and synthesis of bio-psychosocial information.
• Develops and implements treatment plans and concurrent treatment plan reviews reflecting the participant’s perspective.
• Ensures prompt, accurate clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notations, and preparation of treatment contracts, letters, referrals, and discharge summaries.
• Adheres to established THS policies and procedures.
• Provides advocacy, case management, information and referral services, and wrap-around services in an outpatient setting.
• Serves on THS committees as assigned.
• Complete THS Relias trainings, as assigned
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current involvement as a student and/or trainee in the process of becoming a Substance Use Disorder Professional, with proof required at the time of hire.
• Associate Degree in Social Services/Sciences or related field from an accredited college/university OR two years’ experience in counseling, case evaluation, staffing presentations, and record keeping.
• Must meet standards for qualifications as a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee per WAC and possess the SUDPT credential. Documentation of training and education necessary to meet and maintain qualified status is required, including the date of qualification as a SUDPT.
• Must have knowledge and experience in chemical dependency, family dynamics, and counseling.
• Able to Works effectively with diverse populations.
• Able to work effectively in teams and performs well under pressure.
• Be able to maintain a professional image within the community at all times.
• Drug-free for a minimum of three years immediately prior to employment and no misuse of alcohol or drugs while employed as a Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Computer proficiency is required, including learning electronic medical records systems and effectively documenting client records.

We offer the following benefits to full and some part-time staff:

• Employer paid medical/dental/vision insurance packages.
• Employer paid life insurance
• 12 accrued vacation days for year one, up to 20 days in subsequent years
• 12 days sick leave accrual per year
• Mental Health Day
• 1 Personal Day
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training Allowance/License Reimbursement
• We are also a Second Chance Employer