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Substance Use Counselor

Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Center·Bellingham, Washington

$24 - $28/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

Provide high-quality individual and group counseling to patients recovering from opioid use disorder. Manage patient recovery through assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with multidisciplinary medical teams.

Overview Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program Seeking

  • Substance
  • Use
  • Counselor
  • Washington
  • SUDP or
  • SUDPT is required
  • Full
  • Time
  • Hours:
  • Monday -
  • Friday, 5:30AM - 2:00PM
  • Our
  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Competitive 401(k) plan Paid vacation and sick time Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees) Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
  • Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
  • Our
  • Team: Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Bellingham, WA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
  • Your
  • Job as a
  • Substance
  • Use
  • Counselor: The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Job
  • Responsibilities: Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions. Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery. Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner. Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient. Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments. Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed. May plan for aftercare for assigned patients. Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed. Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed. Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed. Compensation for roles at Bellingham CTC varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Bellingham CTC provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Washington as set forth below.Role
  • Location:
  • Washington
  • Calculated
  • Salary
  • Range for role: $24.00 - $28.00 Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.
  • Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications: HS graduate or equivalent required; 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: Washington SUDPT or SUDP 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-MM1

Requirements

Requires a Washington SUDP or SUDPT certification and a high school diploma, with a preference for a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social or health services. Candidates should have experience in addiction recovery and familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • MAT Familiarity

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Time
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Employer-paid Clinical Supervision
  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$24 - $28/hr
Location
Bellingham, Washington
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Closes
Jul 22, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Center

Bellingham Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), which is located in Bellingham, Washington, provides outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to adults age 18 and older of all genders who are struggling with addictions to heroin, prescription painkillers, and other...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size501-1,000 employees
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