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Substance Use Counselor
Location:
Portland, ME
Description:
Description: Our Mission is to provide compassionate care and services to empower individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental illnesses, and homelessness to attain an enhanced quality of life regardless of ability to pay.We at Milestone Recovery are excited to announce our new expanded detox program here in Portland! With this expansion, we are looking for counselors to join our wonderful team!Part time and per diem positions are available! Schedule: Weekends (Saturday + Sunday) Position Profile: A position in which the individual provides the full range of direct treatment services consistent with the 12-Core Functions of addiction treatment as well as the belief in harm reduction all within a licensed addiction treatment agency under the supervision of the Clinical Team Lead. Compensation: Compensation for this position ranges from $23.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience. There is also a weekend shift differential for an additional $2.50 per hour! Comprehensive Benefits Package 401k (retirement) 401k matching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Disability insurance 4 weeks Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Free mental health support via Teladoc Referral bonus (up to $1000) Affordable on-site meal plan - no need to pack lunch, breakfast, or dinner, we got you! Qualifications Required: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Has an active state license as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). Has a valid Driver's License. Experience within the field of chronic substance use is a plus. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Make appropriate referrals for clients to other agencies and persons, including vocational, educational, social, occupational and recreational needs Screening and intake, psychosocial assessment and disposition, and treatment planning of clients Run groups for detox clients Assess, develop, and implement all aspects of client care provided by the counseling department Complete and maintain necessary records and reports in an accurate and confidential manner Provide transportation and accompany patients to other community providers as applicable Demonstrative compassionate and clinically appropriate care for clients Provide services consistent with applicable codes of ethics and industry standards Be a willing and active member of an interdisciplinary treatment team May be tasked with certain training activities for entry level and new staff members for which he or she is qualified. Perform other related duties as assigned Physical demands and work environment: Freedom of movement on a regular basis. Operating basic office equipment in a normal office environment. Ability to lift up to 50lbs. May spend extended periods operating a desktop computer, requiring hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity; physical activity requires walking, bending, standing and lifting. Requirements:PI67e161f39f6d-29448-34558258PDN-9c2ffd31-5bb8-4642-80e8-3131e9261611
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