Job Description

Seeking a Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor

Morning Hours: 5 AM to 1:30 PM

Are you a passionate and empathetic individual dedicated to making a difference in peoples lives? Do you have experience supporting individuals with opioid addiction and helping them on their journey to recovery? We are looking for a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team in a role that combines compassion with professional expertise to guide patients through their treatment process.

About the Role:

As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will:

• Assist patients through evidence-based medically-assisted treatment programs.
• Lead both individual and group sessions that focus on crisis management, coping strategies, and recovery support.
• Monitor patients progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care for patients.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Conducting individual assessments and interviews to evaluate service eligibility.
• Establishing and reviewing personalized treatment plans for each patient.
• Completing bio-psychosocial assessments to better understand patient needs.
• Providing regular individual and group counseling services.
• Involving families and significant others in the patients recovery process when possible.
• Addressing patient concerns and grievances in a compassionate and timely manner.
• Developing aftercare and discharge plans to ensure continuity of care.
• Assisting with additional responsibilities as determined by your supervisor.

What We're Looking For:

• A Bachelors Degree and 3+ years of individual counseling experience , or a Masters Degree in Behavioral Science with at least 2 years of experience.
• Experience working with chemically dependent individuals or those battling substance use disorders is highly valued.
• A counselor with a non-judgmental , accepting, and positive approach to patient care.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

What You Can Expect from Us:

• Competitive salary designed to recognize your skills and experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(K) .
• Generous paid time off and holidays so you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth through our established counselor career path.
• The chance to have a meaningful, rewarding impact on individuals lives as they work toward recovery.

COVID-19 Considerations:

We follow the latest COVID-19 safety guidelines from the CDC, State, County, and City to protect our team and patients.

About Us:

Health Care Resource Centers, a division of BayMark Health Services, is a forward-thinking substance abuse treatment program committed to providing the highest quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient setting. Our mission is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder, helping each patient achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

At BayMark Health Services, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) and comply with Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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