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COUNSELOR-1 JOB DESCRIPTION

New Season

For over 30 years, New Season Treatment Centers have been at the forefront of outpatient care, specializing in providing safe, high-quality treatment for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). With over 70 centers across multiple states, our dedicated team is committed to medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and comprehensive care management.

We believe in treating the whole person, addressing the underlying causes of OUD, and supporting our patients on their journey to recovery.

Job Summary:

• Join a nationally recognized and accredited team dedicated to helping individuals overcome prescription drug abuse and opiate addiction.
• We pride ourselves on treating our patients with dignity and respect throughout their treatment experience.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfer paperwork with patients.
• Document patient progress through counseling and group interactions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and psychosocial assessments.
• Identify and address clinical and case management needs.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as needed.
• Engage in weekly one-on-one patient contact through counseling sessions.
• Report any patient abuse, neglect, or grievances as required.
• Educate patients on treatment, health issues, and recovery steps.
• Assist with urine drug screens and initial patient identification.
• Monitor patient activities on center premises.
• Participate in community relations activities as directed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and regulations.
• Maintain proper licensure and certification as per state requirements.
• Prepare for surveys and inspections by relevant agencies.
• Attend all staff meetings and contribute to team discussions.
• Act in the best interests of the program and protect company data.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education/Licensure/Certification:
  • Experience in the substance abuse field is preferred but not required.
  • Qualified candidates will have a degree, certification, or relevant experience.
  • CAP certification is a plus.
• Experience Required:
  • Minimum of 500 hours in the substance abuse field.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and be reliable.
  • Basic mathematics skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Medical (EPO & PPO plans), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Teladoc services
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 401k with up to 3% matching
• Leadership Development Academy

Equal Employment Opportunity:

• New Season is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and complies with all Federal, State, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability, veteran's status, or any other classification protected by law.

Job or State Requirements:

Minimum of a High School Diploma and LCDC-I certification.

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