Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Journey House Behavioral Health RVA

Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Henrico, VA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Dental insurance

    Parental leave

    Vision insurance

    Journey House Behavioral Health RVA is hiring. Come join our growing team!

    SUD COUNSELOR:

    We are currently seeking SUD Counselors (CSAC/CSAC-S). You will be responsible for implementing effective treatment services to clients in an individual/group setting.

    *These roles are currently part-time with the opportunity for additional hours based on company needs.

    This position will act as the primary direct clinical staff mainly providing on-site group PHP/IOP sessions, care coordination/progress notes, and participate in weekly treatment team meetings as well as administrative group supervisions 1-2x per month. You may also be asked to assist in developing initial and comprehensive individualized service plans and provide individual treatment sessions to client.

    Qualifications/Educational Requirements: − Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field. − Current licensure or certification as a substance abuse counselor (e.g., CSAC/-S, LADC, LPC, LCSW) in accordance with DBHDS regulations is REQUIRED. − Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders in a behavioral health or substance abuse treatment setting. − Working knowledge of the ASAM criteria and its application to clinical assessments and treatment planning. − Strong understanding of evidence-based practices in substance abuse treatment, including but not limited to motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care. − Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage clients in the treatment process.

    SUD Counselors shall be able to adequately provide supportive documentation of their work and interventions administered to the client/their families including but not limited to:

    – Daily Progress Notes for group and individual sessions (experience required) – ASAM Multidimensional Assessments and Re-Assessments (not required for everyone; experience preferred) – Initial / Comprehensive Individualized Services Plans (ISPs) – Monthly Treatment Reports / ISP Revisions – Discharge Summaries – Safety Plans, Fall Risk Assessments/Plans, and Behavioral Supports Screenings

    Job Type: Part-time with opportunity to move to full-time

    Experience: SUD / addiction recovery field : 1 year (Required)

    License/Certification: CSAC/CSAC-Supervisee status (Required)

    Ability to Relocate: Henrico, VA 23228: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In-person