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Substance Abuse Counselor- Independence, KY (OTP)

Crossroads Treatment Centers
place Independence, 41051
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Medication Management
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
Substance Abuse
ECT

About Job



Crossroads Treatment Centers

Crossroads is a leading addiction treatment provider of outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT). We treat patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) using medications such as methadone and suboxone/buprenorphine. We pride ourselves in supporting our patients' medical and personal recoveries from substance use disorder. Starting our fight against the opioid addiction crisis in 2005, Crossroads has remained physician led and patient focused as we've grown to 100+ clinics across nine states. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and patients.



Day in the Life of a Substance Abuse Counselor

Provides individual counseling to highly complex patients

Conducts clinical assessments to appropriately assess patient's treatment needs

Designs and updates the patient's treatment plan, including care coordination, referrals, and discharge planning

Manages assigned caseload and compliance with clinical treatment requirements

Collaborates with nurses and providers to provide holistic treatment services

Facilitates urine drug screening for patients



Schedule and Hours

Our clinical team enjoys an early morning schedule with early afternoon out times. It is expected for all clinical team members to participate in our Saturday rotation. The frequency of this rotation is determined by the current staff count. Expected hours for this role are 37-40 hours per week.

4:45 AM 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday

6:00 AM 8:00 AM, rotating Saturdays



Education and Experience Requirements

  • General experience working with underserved populations in a clinical setting.
  • Lived addiction experience is a plus.
  • No legal impediments to serving in a licensed opiate treatment program.


Certifications/Licenses

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Must be a licensed or certified counselor in Kentucky (CADC) or in the process of obtaining a TCADC.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.


Position Benefits

Consistent schedule with early in times and out times

Advancement opportunities. Clear, climbable structure into Counselor levels (1, 2, 3) based on the certification or license held

Targeted caseload. Caseloads follow state regulations and can range from 40-55 patients.

Excellent training if you are new to our field. We are able to offer necessary training/supervision to those in process of becoming fully certified or licensed.

Opportunity to save lives everyday!



Benefits Package

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

PTO

Variety of 401K options including a match program with no vesture period.

Annual Continuing Education Allowance (in related field)

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Mental Health day

Calm subscription for all employees

Recommended Skills

  • Care Coordination
  • Clinical Works
  • Hardworking And Dedicated
  • Self Motivation
  • Substance Abuse
  • Methadone

Recommended Skills

  • Care Coordination
  • Clinical Works
  • Hardworking And Dedicated
  • Self Motivation
  • Substance Abuse
  • Methadone

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Issues

Medication Management
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
Substance Abuse

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT
Pharmacotherapy

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Individuals with Addiction Issues

Settings

Milieu
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
State/Federal Government
Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Home Health/In-home
Forensic