Council Bluffs Comprehensive Treatment Center·Council Bluffs, Iowa
Provide high-quality individual and group counseling and therapy for patients recovering from Opioid Use Disorder. Manage patient recovery through treatment planning, assessments, and clinical documentation while coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications: Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in social or health services field 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: Required: CADC or tCADC attained within 6-months of employment Must be eligible to sit for the CADC exam to obtain tCADC (temporary certification) 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-BS1 #LI-CTC
Requires a minimum of an Associate's degree in social or health services and a CADC or tCADC certification. Candidates must have experience in addiction recovery settings and familiarity with evidence-based practices like CBT and MAT.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.
