Part-time Substance Abuse/Mental Health Counselor (Remote)

Full Job Description

HIRING FOR PART-TIME: LICENSED CLINICIANS WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE EXPERIENCE IN DIFFERENT STATES.

If you are a Master's-level, fully licensed Mental Health Counselor with Substance Use Disorder, Substance Abuse, or Addiction Counseling experience please read on and APPLY HERE!

Experience and Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) years post-graduate relevant supervised clinical experience in the field of substance use disorder treatment is required.
• Experience with assessment, diagnosis, crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy/psychoeducation, and individualized treatment planning for adults with substance use disorders.
• Experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions is preferred.
• Must be familiar with DSM-V as a means of diagnosis.

Education

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other field related to behavioral health. Please Note: in accordance with our compliance requirements, all Lionrock counselors must have obtained their Master’s degree prior to obtaining state licensure.

Licensure

• License to practice independently without supervision in the state of licensure. MUST Hold an LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC, or similar type of state licensure.

Competencies

• Ability to accurately assess, diagnose and create individualized treatment plans for an adult SUD population.
• Deliver treatment to an adult substance abuse disordered (SUD) population utilizing Evidence-Based SUD Practices.
• Ability to conduct individual and group psychotherapy sessions using evidence-based SUD practices.
• Ability to deliver psychoeducational materials in a group setting that relate to overall health, mental health, and recovery from substance use disorders.
• Familiarity with medical and pharmacological resources
• Ability to deliver culturally appropriate treatment strategies that demonstrate an understanding of diversity and utilize the client’s resources.
• Knowledge of regulations for documentation and the ability to write comprehensive, accurate, and concise notes that record clients’ progress towards treatment goals.
• Demonstrate the professional maturity and ethical integrity necessary for assuming professional responsibilities and working independently in a web-based treatment program.
• Demonstrate commitment to quality of service, teamwork, and participation in a web-based treatment program.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks/objectives in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional standards as they relate to client treatment, patient rights, and client/patient confidentiality.
• Responds to and appropriately handles crises to ensure client safety