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Join Our Team as a Compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with opioid addiction? Do you thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills and dedication can truly change lives? If so, we invite you to apply for our Substance Abuse Counselor position at BAART Programs, a BayMark Health Services company!
About the Role:
As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a vital role in assisting patients through medically assisted treatments while providing essential techniques for coping with addiction. You will conduct both individual and group sessions, support crisis management, and collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals to guide patients toward recovery and long-term wellness.
Your Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments and evaluations to determine service eligibility.
• Develop, review, and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Complete comprehensive Bio-psychosocial assessments.
• Provide individual and group counseling services at scheduled intervals.
• Work closely with families and significant others to support the patient's recovery journey.
• Address patient grievances and concerns with professionalism and care.
• Develop effective aftercare and discharge plans.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support patient care.

What We're Looking For:

• Licensure: Must be a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC).
• Experience: Prior substance abuse counseling experience preferred; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Empathy & Understanding: A non-judgmental, compassionate attitude towards our patients.
• Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Integrity: Ability to pass a drug screening and criminal background check.

Why Join Us?
Salary Range:
Salary ranges from $27.00 to $30.70 an hour.
The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty, and training.
BayMark offers excellent benefits:

• 401K match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness Plans
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

What You Can Expect from BAART Programs:
We are a progressive substance abuse treatment organization dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in a welcoming outpatient clinic setting. Our mission is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder, guiding our patients toward long-term recovery and a better quality of life.
At BayMark Health Services, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We comply with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact and help individuals reclaim their lives, apply today!