South Portland Comprehensive Treatment Center·South Portland, Maine
Provide compassionate individual and group counseling to patients recovering from opioid use disorder. Manage patient recovery through treatment planning, assessments, and coordination with multidisciplinary medical teams.
Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications: HS diploma or GED equivalent; Prefer Bachelor’s or Master's degree in social or health services field; Degree must be from an accredited college or university. Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities. Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery. Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques. Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards). Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists. Licenses/Certifications: Maine CADC or LADC is required. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. #LI-CTC #LI-BB1 AHCTC
Requires a Maine CADC or LADC certification and a high school diploma, though a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services is preferred. Candidates must have experience in addiction recovery and familiarity with evidence-based practices like CBT and MI.
Market context
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