SUD Counselor I or II; Eligible Job Bend area,Oregon USA,Healthcare

Position: SUD Counselor I or II (Bonus Eligible)

Job Summary

As part of the Program’s Treatment Team, the substance use disorder (SUD) Counselor provides individual and group counseling services to patients participating in the Program as well as to clients and to family members on theories and treatment of substance use disorders using a patient-centered approach. The SUD Counselor also functions as community liaison for a patient-centered and harm-reduction approach to substance use disorder treatment.

Essential

Functions

Works closely with the Treatment Team with assigned caseload of clients enrolled in the Program;

Completes intakes, assessments and develops treatment plans as appropriate using American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria to assess for appropriate levels of patient care (LOC) and integration with Mental Health and SUD programs;

Collaborates with clients on completion of individualized treatment plans that contain goals and objectives that are measurable and are based on assessed needs and problems;

Provides treatment through a variety of modalities including individual sessions, group counseling, and family counseling, as well as case management services, ensuring individualized, quality care;

Conducts counseling sessions for individuals, groups, and persons diagnosed with substance use disorders working collaboratively with treatment team members and other agencies and applying principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature of individual and group counseling;

Provides crisis intervention as needed;

Assesses ongoing needs of individuals, update assessments and recommendations as needed, and make appropriate referrals for additional services as needed;

Works effectively with all recovery resource providers and all agencies in the community to provide seamless continuum of care for patients with substance use disorders;

Works effectively and respectfully with client and family populations with diverse backgrounds and needs;

Leads psycho-educational, skill development, relapse prevention, process, gender-specific, and medication-supported recovery groups as assigned;

Provides information about the Program to individuals, the public and an outreach to community groups;

Collaborates with Certified Recovery Mentors on patient care and provides support and direction as needed;

Collaborate with clients on discharge and aftercare planning;

Maintains compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to position including HIPAA, scope of practice, accreditation standards, OHA and OSHA;

Works closely with referral sources, keeping them informed on the progress of the client, as needed and appropriate for client confidentiality;

Maintains documentation of client services in the electronic client file (EHR), in a timely manner in accordance with policies and procedures and regulatory standards;

Other related duties as assigned.

Organizational Responsibilities

Models Best Care’s mission, vision, and values
, promoting integrity, compassion, and collaboration;

Supports the organization’s commitment to equity, respect, and inclusion
, fostering an environment of open‑mindedness, cultural awareness and respect for all individuals;

Aligns department goals with organizational strategic initiatives;

Complies with Code of Conduct, Business Ethics, Employee Handbook
, and all relevant policies and OARs;

Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR
, and Oregon statutes;

Completes assigned training timely and satisfactorily, and attends other seminars, training, and educational opportunities to develop professional skills and abilities;

Ensures that any required certifications and/or licenses are kept current and renewed timely;

Works independently and collaboratively as a positive member of the Best Care team;

Performs other organizational duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent)
For individuals in recovery from substance‑use disorder, must have maintained continuous recovery for the previous two years at the time of hire

Licenses and Certifications

CADC‑I required for SUD Counselor I (CS4) or
CADC‑II required for SUD Counselor II + 2 years’…