Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking Remote: Substance Use Disorder Counselor

• Maine CADC, LADC, or CCS Required

Full-Time Hours: Onsite or fully remote:

• Monday - Friday: 5 AM - 1:30 PM
• To be considered for a remote position, you must reside in the Eastern Standard Time Zone.

Our Benefits: 

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employees' lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offer a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in South Portland, ME, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients who are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder

Your Job as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor:

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is instrumental in our patients’ treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Disorder Counselors provide high-quality, compassionate care through various mediums, which include both individual and group counseling sessions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan, oversee, facilitate, and document the patient's recovery.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed in a timely manner and is clear and concise.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
• Initial assessments as well as follow-up assessments.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibilty here: HRSA Eligibility

Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications: 

• HS diploma or GED equivalent;
• Prefer Bachelor’s or Master's degree in the social or health services field; 
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university. 

• Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.

• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

• Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.

• Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

• Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).

• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.

Licenses/Certifications:  

• Maine CADC, LADC, or CCS Required

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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