Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

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

SUD COUNSELOR:

We are currently seeking part-time SUD Counselors (CSAC/CSAC-S) responsible for implementing effective treatment services to clients in a group setting . Benefits may vary depending on the position status (FT vs PT).

*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