The McGahan CenterQuincy, MA

JOB TITLE: Certified Counselor

REPORTS TO: Clinical Director

Summary Of Position

Work with a team in our ATS/CSS comprised of medical professionals, clinicians and case managers to provide support, counseling and community referrals to individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. This will include facilitating individual and group counseling sessions and providing aftercare case management planning services.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Conduct bio-psychosocial assessment

Complete intake paperwork familiarity with MA DPH EIM/ESM preferred

Facilitating psycho-education groups

Use of MI based counseling

Knowledge of the 12 Steps of Recovery

Formulate treatment plan and provide timely documentation

Attend weekly treatment team supervision & biweekly individual supervision

Provide crisis intervention when necessary

Requirements

Bachelor's, CADC, LADC I or II

Knowledge of the ASAM criteria

Experience with utilization review for insurance payment

Must have effective speaking and writing skills

Three years in the field of alcoholism and substance abuse

Familiarity with Clinic Management Software a Plus

Basic Computer Skills (MS Office) and the Desire/Ability to Learn New Software

SCHEDULE: seeking part-time multiple counselors for the following days (flexible):

MONDAYS 8am-4:30pm

FRIDAYS 8am-4:30pm

SATURDAYS 8am-4:30pm

SUNDAYS 8am-4:30pm

GAVIN FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.