Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC)
2 months ago
Norfolk
Job DescriptionMedical Temporaries, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) • Provide individual and group substance use counseling services to adults (18+) in an outpatient setting under appropriate clinical supervision., • Complete ASAM assessments at admission to determine DSM-5/ICD-10 diagnoses and appropriate ASAM Level of Care in collaboration with the Clinical Director., • Develop treatment plans, including:, • Initial Individualized Service Plan (ISP) within 24 hours of assessment, • Comprehensive ISP within 14 days, • Ongoing updates based on client progress, • Facilitate group counseling and educational sessions focused on recovery skills, relapse prevention, and peer support., • Identify high-risk clients and provide crisis intervention services as needed., • Coordinate care by connecting clients with community resources, referrals, and follow-up services., • Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with HIPAA and agency standards., • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members through staff meetings, clinical supervision, and quality improvement initiatives., • Serve as an advocate for clients and assist with crisis resolution and continuity of care., • Uphold professional boundaries, ethical standards, and organizational policies., • Active CSAC credential in Virginia, • Experience providing individual and group counseling, • Knowledge of substance use disorders, addiction recovery, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed care, • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams, • Strong documentation and organizational skills, • Strong Technology Skills, • Must be able to pass a Drug Screen and Background checkPreferred:, • Outpatient substance use treatment experience, • Familiarity with EHR systems, • Experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs, • Experience coordinating care and community referrals, • BLS/CPR is a bonusSkills & Competencies, • Client-centered and compassionate approach to care, • Ability to manage client crises as they arise, • Strong collaboration and communication skills, • Professional judgment and ethical decision-making, • Ability to work effectively with diverse populationsBenefits:, • $22+ per hour (depending on level of experience), • Weekly Pay, • OFF WEEKENDS FOR THIS POSITION!, • Direct Deposit Pay, • Medical Insurance, • Open communication and ability to contact a staffing specialist seven days a week. Medical Temporaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.