Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Company: Community Medical Services
Location: West Chester
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview:Shift: Monday - Friday 5:15am - 1:15pm with rotating
Saturdays 6am - 10amCommunity Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a
Substance Abuse Counselor to assist patients recovering from
addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. Whether
facilitating individual or group sessions, or assisting patients
with treatment plans and coping strategies, your work will help
foster a safe place for anyone looking to start their recovery
journey with us.As you join our mission to help those suffering
from substance use disorders reclaim their lives, expect to thrive
in a comfortable, welcoming, and fun environment where you are
valued for the work you do, championed by passionate leaders, and
equipped with the tools and ongoing training you need to achieve
your goals.Along the way, well invest in your well-being through a
benefits package that includes:Subsidized medical, dental, and
vision insuranceHealth savings accountShort and long-term
disability insuranceLife insurancePaid sick, vacation, and holiday
time401K retirement plan with matchTuition and CME reimbursement up
to 100%Employee assistance program to support your mental health
and wellnessOngoing professional developmentResponsibilities:Were
looking for someone who:Is excited to work in an outpatient
setting, much like a doctors office or behavioral health
clinic.Enjoys a consistent schedule.Is open to working with
multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals.To thrive in this
role, you must be able to:Maintain and manage a caseload in
compliance with regulatory standards and ratios.Conduct individual
sessions, facilitate group counseling and didactic educational
presentations.Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments
and individualized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with
regulatory requirements and unique client needs.Evaluate the
effectiveness of treatment through the ongoing assessment of the
client and his/her natural supports that may result in modification
to the service plan.Coordinate care with other recovery and
community-based service providers, engage in case management
activity by sending referrals, completing documentation necessary
to secure services, maintain chart compliance, etc.Include family
and natural supports in the clients treatment, per the clients
preference.Maintain and apply knowledge of new developments in the
field of substance use as required by specific state
licensure.Maintain a collegian relationship with other substance
use professionals, programs, and associations.Maintain a thorough
and comprehensive client record.Serve as the point of contact for
coordination and communication with other systems where clinical
knowledge of the case is crucial.Assist in screening and
coordinating primary care services for
clients.Qualifications:Combination of ONE of the following
education and licensure levels requiredHigh school diploma or GED
and active CDCA licenseAssociates degree in Behavioral Science and
active LCDC II licenseBachelors degree in Science and active LCDC
III licenseMasters degree in Behavioral Science and active LICDC
licenseBehavioral health experience preferred#CONSLby Jobble
Keywords: Community Medical Services, Hamilton , Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor, Other , West Chester, Ohio
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