Lead Substance Use Counselor

The Lead Counselor will provide treatment and casework services to patients as directed by the supervisor in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and BayMark policies and procedures.

What You Will Do

Provide leadership for counselors, assist in orienting new staff, and participate in Clinical and Admission panels.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have experience working with opiate-addicted populations, strong documentation and computer skills, and the ability to work within a medical hierarchy and solve complex client problems.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience working with opiate addicted populations and actively working on obtaining certification/license
• Ability to supervise Certified/Registered Counselors and Trainees/Interns
• Maintain or be in process of obtaining State Certification/Licensure
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Skilled in assessments, ASI criteria, treatment planning, service coordination, and crisis intervention
• Strong documentation and computer skills
• Knowledge of: Local drug trends and effects on the body, Signs and symptoms of overdose, Psychosocial aspects of addiction, Treatment processes, Social service, legal, economic, and medical systems, HIV transmission and behavioral implications
• Ability to work with diverse populations and provide excellent customer service
• Knowledge of State regulations and 42 CFR §8.12
• Compliance with professional standards and practices
• Satisfactory references
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary setting
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Self-directed with minimal supervision
• Strong observation, judgment, and documentation skills
• Flexible and cooperative attitude

Benefits

• 401K match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits (i.e., Accidental Injury)
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program
• BayMark Perks Program
• Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
• BayMark University Learning