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LICENSED CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR -Cedar Park

Community Medical Services

LICENSED CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR -Cedar Park

Austin, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    LICENSED CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR JOB SUMMARY

    Responsible for managing assigned caseload in compliance with the Substance Abuse Treatment Program, under the supervision of the Clinic Manager and/or the Director of Medical Services. Responsible for providing substance abuse rehabilitation, support, and education services to assigned patients in compliance with the Substance Abuse Treatment Program and Philosophy established by the program committee.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Includes the following; other duties may be assigned)

    Maintain in-person productivity with clients, providing counseling, at a minimum of 60% of your time,

    Manage assigned caseload under the supervision of the Clinic Manager and Clinical Coordinator,

    Provide substance use disorder counseling, support, and education services to assigned clients,

    Keep organized and detailed documentation such as treatment plans, intake assessments and annual behavioral health assessments,

    Be passionate about medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, and about working in the field of substance use counseling

    COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum of 4 years behavioral health or substance abuse counseling experience

    Basic computer knowledge

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

    Knowledge of CBT, REBT, SMART Recovery, evidence-based practices

    High level of patience and a non-judgmental attitude

    A knowledge of best practices for de-escalation

    Must be relentlessly passionate about making a positive impact on the world and passionate about being a part of our mission of treating individuals who are struggling with behavioral health and substance abuse issues

    Bachelors degree or higher in criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field. Master degree preferred

    Case Management and/or substance abuse counseling experience preferred

    Independent or Associate level license in Behavioral Health (ie LCDC) requried

    Bilingual a plus

    Location:1101 Arrow Point Dr Ste 214 Cedar Park TX 78753

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care