Substance Use Disorder Professional

Position Overview

Are you looking for a position that will allow you to use your knowledge and experience with substance use disorder counseling to make a difference in the health of residents of Pierce County? If this sounds like the position for you, we invite you to join our team as a Regular, Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Substance Use Disorder Professional I in our Substance Use Services Program.

The usual work schedule for this position is four ten‑hour days, typically from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm, but can also work five eight‑hour days.

This is an entry‑level technical position that offers comprehensive treatment planning and counseling within an outpatient clinic setting. This highly interactive role requires extensive communication with clients and other community‑based programs. Employees provide substance use disorder counseling and case management services to individuals in the Opioid Treatment Program and maintain individual files in compliance with County, State and Federal regulations.

This position is the first level of the Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) Series. This role operates independently with minimal supervision, requiring sound judgement to make recommendations and meet objectives. Results are reviewed by supervisor for quality and compliance.

• Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee
• Substance Use Disorder Professional I
• Substance Use Disorder Professional II
• Substance Use Disorder Professional III
• Substance Use Disorder Professional Supervisor

• Health Promotion Coordinator I, II, or III
• Clinic Coordinator

Options to continue your career at the Health Department depend on your interest, education, and training. Possibilities beyond the position series include:

• Health Promotion Coordinator I, II, or III
• Clinic Coordinator

• Manages a caseload of assigned patients, acts as primary counselor and facilitates treatment and education groups.
• Gathers protected health information to build a comprehensive client file. Works in collaboration with clinical and medical staff in developing treatment goals and provision of necessary services and treatment.
• Assists in the oversight of clinic waiting area to ensure a safe and clean environment.
• Documents patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations, and treatment plans.

• Manages a caseload of assigned patients, acting as primary counselor.
• Facilitates treatment and education groups.
• Gathers personal client information, including a medications list and medical and substance use disorder (SUD) history, to build a comprehensive client file. Works in collaboration with clinical and medical staff in developing treatment goals and provision of necessary services and treatment based on medical necessity.
• Documents patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations, and treatment plans.
• Assists in the oversight of clinic waiting area ensuring a safe and clean environment as needed.
• Keeps patient tracking records up‑to‑date and accurate.
• Submits daily activity records and completes patient evaluations and reports.
• Completes ASAM SUD Assessments as requested.
• Facilitates SUD Treatment Education/Process Groups as requested.
• Maintains electronic patient records per program policies and procedures in accordance with the Washington State Administrative Code.
• Completes assigned training to ensure current practices are in place regarding emergency response, trauma‑informed care, de‑escalation techniques, and mental health first aid.
• Coordinates patient care with other institutions.
• Coordinates and attends program and medical team staff meetings.
• Provides education and consultation services for substance use, addiction, and treatment. Offers client referrals to social service entities, judicial services, and medical facilities.
• The work you do might require you to participate in the Title XIX Medicaid Claiming Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Adheres to all workplace and trade safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices.
• Understands and properly follows established…