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Substance Abuse Counselor

Level Up Recovery
place Lexington, 40515
local_atm $60,000 - $85,000 a year
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Multiple Types Available
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Medication Management
Stress
Substance Abuse
Families

About Job

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counsler to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality mental health services to individuals and families, focusing on patient assessment, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to support clients in achieving their mental health goals.

Duties

  • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide psychotherapy services to clients, utilizing evidence-based practices tailored to their unique circumstances.
  • Offer child and family counseling, addressing the needs of both children and their families in therapeutic settings.
  • Implement crisis management techniques and interventions for clients experiencing acute psychological distress.
  • Perform diagnostic evaluations to identify mental health disorders and recommend appropriate treatment options.
  • Engage in psychopharmacology discussions with clients when necessary, coordinating with prescribing professionals as needed.
  • Provide crisis intervention services for individuals facing immediate psychological challenges, including PTSD care.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Participate in ongoing research initiatives aimed at improving mental health practices within the organization.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Behavorial Health Field from an accredited institution.
  • Current state licensure LPCA, LPCC, LMFT, MFTA, LCSW, CSW.
  • Proven experience in patient assessment, psychotherapy, and crisis management within a clinical setting.
  • Strong knowledge of child family counseling techniques and practices.
  • Familiarity with diagnostic evaluation processes and psychopharmacology principles is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with diverse populations.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining client records and documentation.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment while demonstrating empathy and compassion for clients.

Join our dedicated team of professionals committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

  • Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Issues

Medication Management
Stress
Substance Abuse

Age Groups

Children (5-10)

Therapeutic Approach

Modalities

Families
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home