Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) - NorthStar OTP

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location:

Vancouver, WA 98661

Salary Range: $34.35 - $41.25 per hour

POSITION TITLE:

Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP)

DEPARTMENT:
Health and Human Services (HHS)/Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

LOCATION:

Vancouver, WA (North Star Clinic)

REPORTS TO:

Clinical Supervisor

STATUS:
Hourly;
Full-Time

WAGE RANGE: $34.35 - $41.25

SCHEDULE:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled (First Review July 27th, 2026)

Provides compassionate, evidence-based counseling and support to individuals navigating recovery from substance use disorders. Works as part of a collaborative care team to support patients' recovery journeys without judgment or coercion. Grounded in motivational interviewing and harm reduction - emphasizes empowerment, respect, and optimism. Adheres to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. Honors and represents the mission, vision, and values of CIT and of the HHS department.

• Provides treatment in individual and group settings for individuals and families of individuals with substance use disorder.
• Provides treatment according to the Cowlitz OTP model.
• Answers telephone calls requesting information about addiction or treatment; assists in scheduling treatment appointments or helps with appropriate referral.
• Disseminates substance use disorder information to the community as authorized by the Clinic Director.
• Assists in the intake of patients and scheduling of appointments.
• Prepares, maintains, and files charts.
• Assumes a rotation on the on-call schedule.
• Adheres to personnel policies and clinical protocols.
• Utilizes a compassionate and goal-oriented approach and employs therapeutic techniques that help patients improve their ability to manage their emotions, enhance their communication skills, and develop more effective coping skills.
• Utilizes literature, workshops, and other training aids to continually improve clinical and administrative skills.
• Evaluates patient needs and determines course of treatment (including additional referrals to other programs or facilities as needed); conducts follow-up assessments and engages patients in developing their own individualized treatment plan.
• Collaborates with clinical and medical staff and patients in developing treatment goals and provision of necessary services based upon medical necessity.
• Communicates with medical staff regarding a patient’s condition, including status of referrals, receipt of treatment documentation, and patient response to care provided by medical team.
• Ensures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is clear, concise, and completed on time.
• Communicates with administrative staff regarding patient insurance, Medi-Cal, and third-party payor.
• Participates in individual and group supervision.
• Facilitates group and individual counseling sessions.
• Reviews urine drug screen results with clients.
• Tailors clinical interventions based on urine drug screen results.
• Plans for aftercare and support to patients in an effort to maintain a substance-free lifestyle.
• Treats all patients with dignity, courtesy, and respect, recognizing their right to have requests, needs, and complaints responded to in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintains strict patient, employee, company, and computer confidentiality.
• Adheres to all organizational precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others.
• Maintains credentials as required by certifying/licensing body.
• Promotes an environment that encourages staff growth and development by developing and supporting ongoing educational programs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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