Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (C/SAC)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview

Odyssey Community Services is a community based mental health agency dedicated to providing exceptional services that promote the well-being and development of children, adults, and families. Our mission is to create supportive environments through partnerships with various human service programs across Virginia.

Summary

We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team in Newport News, Virginia. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of addiction and recovery processes, providing support and guidance to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting individuals struggling with substance abuse issues, helping them navigate their recovery journey while contributing to our mission of fostering healthy communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Substance Use Disorder treatment under clinical supervision
• Conducts face-to-face ASAM multidimensional assessment upon admission to determine and document a DSM5/ICD-10 diagnosis and ASAM Level of Care placement decision collaboratively with the Clinical Director
• Creates initial Individualized Service Plan (ISP) within 24 hours of multidimensional assessment and Comprehensive Individual Service Plan (ISP) within 14 calendar days of admission
• Facilitate small group and educational group therapy sessions
• Coordinate patient care with clinical team
• Ensure and maintain the confidentiality and safekeeping of all client records and information related to treatment
• Maintain professionalism in workplace including professional boundaries and codes of ethics
• Participate in staff meetings and supervision meetings as scheduled
• Ensure all agency policies and procedures as they pertain to client’s engagement in treatment are upheld
• Develop effective working relations and cooperate with clinical team throughout the entire case management process
• Provide continuity of care as evidenced by documentation of and communication with collaborative providers and agencies
• Act as client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
• Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of addiction and recovery processes, providing support and guidance to individuals struggling with substance use disorders
• Candidates should have a background in behavioral health, social work, or a related field
• A strong understanding of addiction treatment modalities and the ability to engage effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds is essential
• Candidates must demonstrate empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills while fostering a nonjudgmental atmosphere conducive to recovery
• Must hold a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) or be registered as a CSAC-Supervisee or CSAC-Assistant with the Virginia Board of Counseling
• On-site clinical supervision is available for CSAC-Supervisees and CSAC-Assistants pursuing full certification
• Strong understanding of addiction recovery, relapse prevention, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing

Preferred Experience
Candidates should have a background in behavioral health, social work, or a related field. Experience in the following areas is preferred:

• Group therapy facilitation
• Individual therapy
• Psychotherapy practices
• Crisis intervention techniques
• Behavioral therapy methodologies
• Medical documentation standards

License/Certification

• CSAC, CSAC-A or CSAC-S (Required)

Call-To-Action

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing substance abuse challenges, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team at Odyssey Community Services!

To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Odyssey Community Services, Inc is a community-based mental health agency dedicated to providing exceptional services to children, adults, and families. Our mission is to foster development and success through collaboration with various human service programs and agencies across Virginia.

Odyssey Community Services, Inc. offers a multitude of mental health, intellectually disabled, and substance abuse services. These services are organized into a coordinated network to meet the multiple and changing needs of emotionally disturbed and mentally challenged children, adolescents, and their families.

Odyssey Community Services, Inc. embraces the philosophy that community based, family-centered care is an important part of the successful therapeutic outcome.

Our counselors and case workers emphasize working with children, adults, and families to seek positive solutions to issues. Our training in the structural family therapy approach helps us view each child and family member individually and develop unique service plans for each client by building on their identified strengths.

Company Description

Odyssey Community Services, Inc is a community-based mental health agency dedicated to providing exceptional services to children, adults, and families. Our mission is to foster development and success through collaboration with various human service programs and agencies across Virginia.\r\n\r\nOdyssey Community Services, Inc. offers a multitude of mental health, intellectually disabled, and substance abuse services. These services are organized into a coordinated network to meet the multiple and changing needs of emotionally disturbed and mentally challenged children, adolescents, and their families.\r\n\r\nOdyssey Community Services, Inc. embraces the philosophy that community based, family-centered care is an important part of the successful therapeutic outcome.\r\n\r\nOur counselors and case workers emphasize working with children, adults, and families to seek positive solutions to issues. Our training in the structural family therapy approach helps us view each child and family member individually and develop unique service plans for each client by building on their identified strengths.