Fee-for-Service Substance Use/DEEP Eval & Treatment Clinician Biddeford/Portland

Join Our Specialized Team: Fee-for-Service Assessment & OUI Intervention ClinicianMaximize Your Income: Focus on High-Reimbursement, Short-Term Clinical Work!Are you a licensed clinician seeking specialized contract work with exceptional flexibility and a consistent reimbursement rate? Alternative Wellness Services offers the perfect pathway to build a profitable, assessment-focused practice without any administrative overhead. This role is ideal for clinicians interested in short-term intervention, court assessments, and mandated treatment.We provide you with a professionally furnished office and all the necessary resources —you simply show up! You set your schedule, working a minimum of 6 client hours per week (or as many as you want) to build a primary or supplemental income stream. Start here with quality individual and group supervision and a strong network of providers to support you!The Work -Specialized Assessment & Mandated Care in MaineAlternative Wellness Services is seeking collaborative clinicians to provide vital, short-term services primarily for individuals navigating the justice system due to OUI (Operating Under the Influence) convictions. We are deeply committed to ensuring these individuals receive accurate, timely assessments and effective brief interventions, rooted in strengths-based and recovery-oriented care.This Fee-for-Service role focuses on high-impact, short-term service delivery, including one-time court assessments and mandated DEEP services. You will be instrumental in providing comprehensive clinical assessments and guiding clients through critical stages of mandated change.What You'll Do (The Impact):Specialized Caseload: Focus primarily on DEEP evaluations and individual DEEP treatment sessions for clients fulfilling obligations due to OUI convictions.Conduct comprehensive one-time court assessments and detailed intake assessments.Provide short-term individual therapy/counseling sessions, utilizing trauma-informed and harm reduction approaches tailored to individuals with substance use experience.Develop and revise individualized treatment plans focused on immediate intervention and risk reduction.Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation and compliance with all program and state guidelines.Actively collaborate with internal teams and external providers to ensure seamless, coordinated client care.Benefits Eligibility:Medical benefits available for clinicians maintaining 20+ billable hours per weekRequirementsWho We're Looking For (The Essentials):Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling, preferred.Licensure & Professional Standing: A current Maine license as an LMSW-CC, LCPC-C, LCPC, or LCSW is required.We will also consider a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) with relevant experience and a commitment to engaging in ongoing supervision.Must have no active complaints with your professional board or documented malpractice claims.Location & Work Environment: Must be a current Maine Resident or have the ability to reliably commute to and from our offices weekly.Ability to work primarily in our professionally furnished office, with some limited telehealth options available based on client needs.Expertise & Mindset: Demonstrated expertise in assessment, short-term intervention, recovery-oriented services, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and co-occurring disorders.A commitment to professional growth; you must be open to feedback and embrace the philosophy that we are all forever learners.A collaborative spirit and proven ability to build strong, positive relationships.Willingness to work collaboratively with your team, attend team-building events, and all agency events to foster a strong community.Proficiency with EHR software and standard computer programs (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Zoom).Ability to pass a comprehensive background check.