Substance Abuse Center Director (Hosp. Op.) jobs in Portland, ME

Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor - PHP/IOP Program

About Us

Pine Tree Recovery Center is part of the Guardian Recovery Network (GRN), a leader in substance use disorder treatment with two decades of experience providing a full continuum of care for clients and their families throughout the recovery process.

The Pine Tree Recovery Center experience was created by top addiction treatment professionals and using extensive feedback from clients to create a truly unique and highly effective program. Pine Tree Recovery Center utilizes a combination of evidence-based practices and holistic methods to provide an individualized recovery experience that is tailored to each patients unique situation. Join our team as we provide the best client experience with positive clinical outcomes for all those who are seeking treatment, and share in our vision to be a beacon of hope for all those struggling with addiction in the northeastern United States area.

Join Our Team

The Substance Abuse Counselor is responsible for performing client care activities for our Intensive Outpatient Program as directed by the attending physician, Medical Director, Clinical Director & Clinical Supervisor. He/she will provide group therapy as ordered by the Clinical Director. Collaborates with the Treatment Team in the formulation of the Master Treatment Plan and assists in coordinating discharge planning.

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, we offer quality health insurance, dental and vision, 401k, paid time off, and more. We ensure you have the tools and support to excel in your position.

Substance Abuse Counselor Requirements

• Substance Use Disorder: 1 year (Preferred)
• Detox: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Required: Clinical License in ME (LADC, CADC, LCSW, LCPC, LMHC, LMFT)
• Fully or Conditionally Licensed substance use or mental health license may also apply

Substance Abuse Counselor Responsibilities

• Actively participates in Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan meetings.
• Shares pertinent information with team as obtained from clients family, or others as indicated throughout
• program.
• Attends daily and weekly staffing meetings per schedule.
• Evaluates the impact of therapeutic interventions upon the therapeutic milieu.
• Facilitates group therapy.
• Performs individual therapy with client/family.
• Documents the assessment of client progress/regress and interventions provided in the medical record, on an ongoing basis.
• Recognizes, responds to and assists in psychiatric crisis situations and provide the intervention necessary.
• Responds and assists in medical emergency situations as directed and needed.
• Communicates effectively with client, staff and physician.
• Provides clients with education and instruction on Advance Directives.
• Attends and participates in monthly Program Staff meeting as scheduled.
• Adheres to policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Pay: Up to $68,000 per year

$5,000 Bonus - 2,500 paid out at 6 & 12 months

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Portland, ME

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Clinical License in Maine (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, ME (Preferred)

Work Location: In person