Substance Use Counselor
$64,480–$79,040 year
HybridLawrence, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Lead individual and group counseling sessions for patients seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder, while conducting mobile outreach in collaboration with hospitals, emergency departments, and health centers. Design and manage personalized treatment plans, facilitate family therapy, and provide immediate crisis intervention as needed. Maintain thorough clinical documentation, conduct patient assessments, and coordinate aftercare plans to support long-term recovery. Serve as a liaison between patients and referral sources, partnering with local providers and government officials to ensure continuity of care. Work within a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, case managers, and physicians to deliver community-based services.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in a relevant field
- Bachelor's Degree holders without credentials are encouraged to apply if they are committed to obtaining required credentials within 30-60 days of employment
- Degree obtained must be in psychology, social work, or related health services field from an accredited college or university
- CAC
- CAS
- CADC
- CRC
- LADC
- LICSW
- LCSW
- LMHC
- LMFT
- Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities
- Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone
- Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques
- Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines
- Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards)
- Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists
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