Counselor - SUDC (Part-Time)

The SUDC Counselor performs assessments, as well as plans and provides treatment and case management for clients with substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring disorders (CODs).

• Conduct assessments, including participating in the development of diagnostic impressions for SUDs or Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT).
• Create treatment plans for SUDs and CODs, including initial, ongoing, continuity of care, discharge, and planning for relapse prevention.
• Make referrals.
• Service coordination and case management for SUDs and CODs.
• Provide counseling with individuals with SUDs and CODs.
• Facilitate SUD and COD specific groups.
• Collaborate and assist the supervisor in identifying programming and training needs. Work in collaboration with the national clinical team to expand programming and training to fulfill current needs.
• Provide education for clients, family, and community.
• Timely completion of documentation (may include assessments, treatment plans, progress and group notes, discharge summary) according to established standards.
• Comply with professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Comply with supervisory requirements and responsibilities as outlined by the local certification or licensure agency.
• Support and collaborate with recovery community members to provide on-site, off-site, and virtual community support meeting opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, License Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited institution in a health and human services counseling field, with an emphasis on alcohol and drug studies, preferred.
• Current Certification as SUDC Counselor in the state in which services are provided.

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