Lead Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP)

Description

Job title - Lead SUDP

Location - Seattle Clinic

Schedule - Mon. - Fri. - 5 AM – 2 PM

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $82,000, with a midpoint of $78,500. New hires will typically receive between minimum and midpoint; however, offers may vary based on experience, internal equity, and market.

Working at Evergreen Treatment Services makes a big difference in our community!

• ETS has been working to transform the lives of individuals and their communities through innovative and effective addiction and social services in Western Washington for over 50 years.
• Change begins within. We strive to foster and sustain a diverse and inclusive community within our organization. Find out how we are working to achieve racial equity, health equity, and community justice.
• Our Clinic Services and REACH teams bring critical professional expertise and heartfelt compassion to the work they do every day to serve our most vulnerable community members.

This dynamic position plays an important role in helping ETS accomplish our mission!

Job Summary

• The Lead SUDP (Substance Use Disorder Professional) is a senior member of the Counseling team within Behavioral Health and supports ETS’s mission by providing clinical mentorship, oversight, and operational support to the counseling program while maintaining a direct service caseload.
• This position provides coaching and support to counseling staff and serves as a resource for daily operational, clinical, and documentation-related questions raised by SUDPs (Substance Use Disorder Professionals) and SUDPTs (Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainees). The Lead SUDP functions as a designee and backup for the Clinical Supervisor as assigned.
• The Lead SUDP is responsible for delivering comprehensive, high-quality participant care in accordance with agency policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines. This role also supports program quality, compliance, and staff development through clinical oversight, mentoring, and coordination of services.
• The nature of this position is fast-paced and may involve working in high-stress situations, requiring strong mentorship and coaching skills, clinical expertise, and adaptability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Lead SUDP / Lead Counselor (In Addition to all Counselor responsibilities):

Clinical Oversight & Documentation

• Review and co-sign all SUDPT clinical documentation and written correspondence to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program and regulatory standards.
• Review ASAM assessments, treatment plans, discharge statements, summaries, and other clinical service notes in a timely manner and request revisions as needed.
• Monitor and track assessment completion and discharges to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate clinical case consultations

Program Operations & Scheduling

• Coordinate the schedule of group counseling sessions for program participants.
• Provide backup counseling coverage during unplanned staff absences as needed.
• Maintain timely and professional communication via Teams and email

taff Coaching and Mentorship, Training & Development

• Provide mentoring, clinical training, observation, and ongoing support to SUDPT staff working toward Department of Health SUDP credentialing.
• Assist in the training and orientation of newly hired counseling staff.
• Participate in staff performance review processes as assigned.
• Staff Coaching and Mentorship, Training & Developmentfor counseling staff positions.

Quality Assurance, Compliance & Audits

• Assist the Clinical Supervisor in preparation for program audits, including conducting participant chart reviews and compliance checks.
• Compile, track, and utilization, service delivery, and no-show data; communicate trends and concerns to the Clinical Supervisor.
• Monitor and track completion of staff peer chart and documentation audits and communicate status, trends, barriers, and concerns to the Clinical Supervisor

Leadership, Meetings & Administration

• Prepare meeting agendas, facilitate meetings, and complete related documentation as required.
• Attend scheduled Lead Counselor meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Serve as designee for the Clinical Supervisor when assigned.

Essential Responsibilities – Counselor (Applies to Lead SUDP in addition to Lead Duties)

Clinical Services & Participant Care

• Complete initial ASAM assessments and ongoing clinical assessments as required.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.
• Create, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide timely responses to positive urinalysis and breathalyzer results in accordance with program protocols.
• Complete discharge statements and/or summaries for discharged participants.
• Provide treatment verification letters as needed.
• Provide telehealth counseling services in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements.
• Refer participants to Case Management and other services as appropriate.
• Follow up on missed doses and complete Outreach and Engagement activities as required.
• Observe participant urine collection for drug screen urinalysis when required.

Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation of all services and interactions with participants and external stakeholders.
• Complete all required state, agency, and payer documentation and reporting forms.
• Follow up on PointClickCare documentation and related system tasks as required.
• Ensure Outlook calendar and scheduling systems remain current and accurate.

Care Coordination, Collaboration & Team Participation

• Participate in weekly interdisciplinary staff meetings to coordinate and support participant care.
• Participate in case consultations to address clinical, behavioral, and other participant needs.
• Engage in scheduled clinical supervision for consultation, skill development, and support.
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments and external partners to coordinate care.
• Complete assigned peer chart and documentation audits accurately and within established timeframes

Regulatory & Compliance Expectations

• Consistently adhere to established agency policies and procedures, documentation timelines.
• Protect participant privacy and confidentiality at all times in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Provide services under the supervision of a designated Clinical Supervisor and practice within the scope of credentialing and organizational policy.
• Seek consultation and supervisory approval as required for clinical decisions, documentation, and participant care.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional ethics and conduct in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional codes of practice.
• Attend required professional development, training, and continuing education activities

Equity, Ethics & Culture Alignment

• Demonstrate understanding of racial justice and social equity principles.
• Commit to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and respectful environment for all ETS participants and staff.
• Build and maintain respectful and effective relationships across diverse racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Support organization-wide efforts to address and dismantle systems shaped by white supremacy and settler colonialism and to strengthen community connectedness.

Performance & Professional Expectations

• Demonstrate reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent attendance, recognizing the impact of attendance on participant care and team functioning.
• Function effectively in fast-paced and high-stress environments.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Organize and prioritize work to ensure timely and accurate completion of responsibilities.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and engage in collaborative problem-solving.
• Maintain professional boundaries with participants, coworkers, and community partners.
• Safeguard participant and organizational confidentiality.
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving and de-escalation skills.
• Utilize Microsoft 365 and other required technology systems proficiently.
• Be willing and able to travel on behalf of the agency as required.

Additional Notes

• Perform other duties as assigned to support program and agency operations

Requirements

Qualifications

Education and/or Relevant Lived Experience

• Current certification as a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) in Washington State.
• At least one (1) year of experience as a Counselor at ETS, or equivalent relevant experience as determined by the organization.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in substance use disorder counseling, including group and individual counseling.
• Experience in lead, coaching or mentorship roles within a clinical setting preferred.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing and demonstrated experience utilizing it in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation standards.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice and ongoing professional development.

Additional Essential Information

Physical Conditions and Requirements

• The employee may be exposed to illicit drug residue, fumes, or other bio-hazardous materials when carrying out job functions. There is also potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. ETS will provide employees with appropriate training to limit the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Policies and procedures are in place addressing each item specifically.
• The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk, and kneel; occasionally to climb, balance, or stoop; rarely to crouch or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, color, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
• In addition, the position may require the employee to work outside in inclement weather.

Equipment Used

• Computer, photocopier, fax machine, and phone.
• Possible use of a program vehicle, for which a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record would be required.

Inclusivity and Reasonable Accommodation

Evergreen Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for

employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national

origin, veteran, or disability status. Note that a Washington State Patrol criminal background check will

be conducted periodically as a condition of ongoing employment, and candidates with prior criminal

convictions will be invited to provide additional context as needed.

ETS will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the

essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the

workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation, or if the

accommodation creates an undue hardship for ETS. We also seek to provide reasonable accommodation

for the interview process.

Check Out ETS’ Excellent Benefits - Part of Your Total Rewards Package in this Role!

Key Benefits

• Medical and Dental benefits, as well as voluntary Vision benefits.
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match starting at 2% at 1 year, and Roth IRA.
• Basic Life/ADD/FSA tax saving accounts for health and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), voluntary long-term disability coverage.
• Vacation (2 weeks/year, access at 6 months), Sick leave (24 days/year, access at 30 days).
• Mental health leave (12 days/year, access at 30 days).
• Holidays (12 days/year) and one Floating Holiday per year.