SUD Treatment Counselor - Masters Degree Required

The IBH Counselor - SUD Focus provides solution-focused brief intervention counseling and case management for clients with substance use disorder, as a part of Outside In’s Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Program. The counselor will assist with referrals and connection to healthcare and treatment resources, as needed. This position is based in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Portland, servicing adults experiencing homelessness, substance use, behavioral health concerns, and other health concerns.

Requirements

• Provide substance use and dual-diagnosis counseling to clients with substance use concerns in a primary care setting
• Identify challenges to accessing MAT for clients and work to increase program capacity
• Provide program screenings and assessments, determine program eligibility, and support with referrals to higher levels of care, as necessary
• Facilitate SUD treatment groups
• Work as a member of interdisciplinary care team in close collaboration with primary care providers, pharmacist, behavioral health clinicians, peer support specialists, and other Outside In staff
• Provide crisis intervention as needed, including assessment and appropriate referrals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all services provided

Benefits

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical and Dental Insurance – Plus life insurance at no cost
• Retirement Plan – 403(b) with employer contributions after meeting eligibility
• Disability Coverage – Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous PTO & Holidays – 21 days of PTO in the first year, increasing annually, plus 13 paid holidays
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – Qualifies for NHSC Loan Forgiveness Programs (up to $75,000 forgiveness for 3 years of service) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Licensure Supervision – Support for professional growth and credentialing
• Flex & Wellness Benefits – HRA contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Program – Exclusive employee discounts on various products and services