Substance Use Disorder Counselor

BayMark Health Services
Lewiston, ME
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

Substance abuse counselor will assist patients through medically assisting programs and offer techniques for handling opioid addiction. Counselor conducts group sessions and individual sessions to assist with crisis management and coping strategies.

What You Will Do

Conduct individual initial assessment and evaluation interviews, facilitate treatment plans, complete bio-psychosocial assessments, and develop patient teaching projects.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Ideal candidate will have a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward the patient population, with a strong ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • CADC or LADC certification in the state of Maine
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a social or health services field (preferred)
  • Previous experience with chemically dependent individuals
  • Ability to maintain a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward the patient population
  • Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check

Benefits

  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Accrued Sick Time
  • Candidate Referral Program
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Jury Duty & Witness Duty Leave
  • BayMark University Learning
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