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Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health

Addiction Counselor

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health, Dover Base Housing, Delaware, United States

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Job Overview We are currently in search of an experienced Addiction Counselor for our Dover, DE location. The position is held by someone who is innovative, committed to learning, and will work and collaborate with an inter‑disciplinary team. This role requires a solution‑focused attitude and a strong dedication to patient care.

Responsibilities

In person, schedule Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 1:30 pm

Develops a treatment alliance with patients that is mutual, collaborative, and individualized, meeting changing clinical needs throughout treatment

Facilitates addiction treatment groups in the IOP and OP levels of care

Prepares and presents addiction/recovery education presentations to all patients

Engages in case management sessions, including assessments, collaborative treatment goals, discharge planning, partnership with referral sources and/or other providers

Promotes the organization’s image in a positive and professional manner

Is expected to provide direct care up to 55% of weekly work hours depending on program and position

Works with treatment team to meet the co‑occurring psychiatric needs of patients

Coordinates care for all appropriate support services, including referral sources, family members, and other support providers

Responsible for maintaining timely and well written documentation that meets state and CARF standards

Demonstrates commitment to excellent patient care, measured through clinical outcomes such as patient retention, attendance, successful program completion, transitioning from IOP to OP, treatment goal attainment, etc

Responsible for obtaining signatures from licensed therapist/supervisor for documents requiring a second signature when applicable

Provide evaluations for substance use disorders using DSM‑V and ASAM level of care criteria

Carries the on‑call phone for one week, several times through the year – supporting the needs of any patients in crisis outside of our business hours when applicable

Has experience with Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma‑informed care approaches

Embodies the spirit of a teacher, continually demonstrating positive energy that promotes addiction recovery education and learning, both in and out of group/individual sessions

Attends and is prepared for professional meetings, including treatment team

Strong clinical, verbal, and writing skills

Is engaging with patients, while promoting and maintaining accountability

Flexible and creative team player

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a program that will grow and expand over the next several years

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the SUD field. Group treatment experience preferred, but not required

Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record

Knowledgeable and well‑versed in various recovery modalities, including SMART Recovery, Women for Sobriety, 12‑Step, Recovery Dharma, Harm Reduction, etc

If disclosed that the staff member is in recovery from a substance use disorder a minimum of three years of continuous sobriety is required – five years is preferred

Licenses and Other Required Credentials

BA or CADC in Delaware

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Full Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Professional Development Time

Student Loan Repayment Program

Paid Vacation Time

And More!

The base pay for this position is up to $30 an hour and increased based on factors such as geographical location, relevant experience, licensure, education, and skill level.

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing!

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