Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC) and 2 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency ...
Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC) and 2 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency ...
Case Manager
Detroit, MI · On-site
$50K - $52K/hr
CADC-DP, CADC, CAADC-DP or CAADC * Knowledge of substance use disorders, mental health services, and community resources * Familiarity with Wayne County PIHP processes preferred * Strong ...
Case Manager
Detroit, MI · On-site
$50K - $52K/hr
CADC-DP, CADC, CAADC-DP or CAADC * Knowledge of substance use disorders, mental health services, and community resources * Familiarity with Wayne County PIHP processes preferred * Strong ...
Adult Outpatient Clinician
Allegan, MI · On-site
CAADC or CAADC-DP or willingness to pursue within one month of hire. * Public behavioral health system experience. * Certification in relevant evidence-based practices. GENERAL ...
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Adult Outpatient Clinician
Allegan, MI · On-site
CAADC or CAADC-DP or willingness to pursue within one month of hire. * Public behavioral health system experience. * Certification in relevant evidence-based practices. GENERAL ...
Adult Outpatient Clinician
Allegan, MI · On-site
$63K/yr
CAADC or CAADC-DP or willingness to pursue within one month of hire. * Public behavioral health system experience. * Certification in relevant evidence-based practices. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Adult Outpatient Clinician
Allegan, MI · On-site
$63K/yr
CAADC or CAADC-DP or willingness to pursue within one month of hire. * Public behavioral health system experience. * Certification in relevant evidence-based practices. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Qualifications While the following credentials are preferred, we welcome applicants who are eligible and committed to pursuing the necessary certification or licensure (CADC, CAADC, or Master's-level ...
Qualifications While the following credentials are preferred, we welcome applicants who are eligible and committed to pursuing the necessary certification or licensure (CADC, CAADC, or Master's-level ...
Therapist - Substance Use Treatment
$51K - $64K/yr
We proudly offer clinical supervision and cover costs towards CADC, CAADC, LPC, and LCSW credentials to help you grow professionally. As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor, you will provide client ...
Therapist - Substance Use Treatment
$51K - $64K/yr
We proudly offer clinical supervision and cover costs towards CADC, CAADC, LPC, and LCSW credentials to help you grow professionally. As a Substance Use Disorder Counselor, you will provide client ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
White Cloud, MI · On-site
$51K - $69K/yr
CAADC or eligibility to apply for a CAADC development plan is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary Retention bonus paid quarterly according to corporate policy Professional license fee ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
White Cloud, MI · On-site
$51K - $69K/yr
CAADC or eligibility to apply for a CAADC development plan is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary Retention bonus paid quarterly according to corporate policy Professional license fee ...
Substance Abuse Counselor - MI
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor - MI
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor - MI
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
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Substance Abuse Counselor - MI
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor $1500 Sign On Bonus
Dearborn Heights, MI · On-site
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
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Substance Abuse Counselor $1500 Sign On Bonus
Dearborn Heights, MI · On-site
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor
Muskegon, MI · On-site
$20 - $27/hr
If a Counselor does not have the CADC/CAADC certification at the time of hire, he/she will be required to submit a developmental plan to Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professional (MCBAP ...
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Substance Abuse Counselor
Muskegon, MI · On-site
$20 - $27/hr
If a Counselor does not have the CADC/CAADC certification at the time of hire, he/she will be required to submit a developmental plan to Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professional (MCBAP ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
White Cloud, MI · On-site
$51K - $69K/yr
CAADC or eligibility to apply for a CAADC development plan is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary Retention bonus paid quarterly according to corporate policy Professional license fee ...
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Behavioral Health Therapist
White Cloud, MI · On-site
$51K - $69K/yr
CAADC or eligibility to apply for a CAADC development plan is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary Retention bonus paid quarterly according to corporate policy Professional license fee ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
Benton Harbor, MI · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
If a Contractor does not have the CADC/CAADC certification at the time of hire, he/she will be required to submit a developmental plan to Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professional (MCBAP ...
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Behavioral Health Therapist
Benton Harbor, MI · On-site
$55K - $75K/yr
If a Contractor does not have the CADC/CAADC certification at the time of hire, he/she will be required to submit a developmental plan to Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professional (MCBAP ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
$51K - $69K/yr
CAADC or eligibility to apply for a CAADC development plan is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary Retention bonus paid quarterly according to corporate policy Professional license fee ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
$51K - $69K/yr
CAADC or eligibility to apply for a CAADC development plan is a plus. What We Offer: Competitive salary Retention bonus paid quarterly according to corporate policy Professional license fee ...
Substance Abuse Counselor - Youth Residential Program (Gadsden, AL)
Gadsden, AL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Opportunity PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a Certified Associate Addiction Drug Counselor (CAADC) to provide on-site substance abuse prevention and ...
Substance Abuse Counselor - Youth Residential Program (Gadsden, AL)
Gadsden, AL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Opportunity PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a Certified Associate Addiction Drug Counselor (CAADC) to provide on-site substance abuse prevention and ...
Substance Abuse Counselor $1500 Sign On Bonus
Dearborn Heights, MI · On-site
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor $1500 Sign On Bonus
Dearborn Heights, MI · On-site
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor Youth Residential Program (Gadsden, AL)
Gadsden, AL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Opportunity PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a Certified Associate Addiction Drug Counselor (CAADC) to provide on-site substance abuse prevention and ...
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Substance Abuse Counselor Youth Residential Program (Gadsden, AL)
Gadsden, AL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Opportunity PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., is seeking a Certified Associate Addiction Drug Counselor (CAADC) to provide on-site substance abuse prevention and ...
Behavioral Health Therapist
Muskegon, MI · On-site
$54K - $72K/yr
If a Counselor does not have the CADC/CAADC certification at the time of hire, he/she will be required to submit a developmental plan to Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professional (MCBAP ...
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Behavioral Health Therapist
Muskegon, MI · On-site
$54K - $72K/yr
If a Counselor does not have the CADC/CAADC certification at the time of hire, he/she will be required to submit a developmental plan to Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professional (MCBAP ...
Substance Abuse Counselor $1500 Sign On Bonus
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Substance Abuse Counselor $1500 Sign On Bonus
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
Licensed (Limited License) LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW with a CAADC or development plan #CONSL About Community Medical Services Community Medical Services (CMS) is a CARF-accredited addiction treatment ...
Clinical Supervisor NEW Clinic ~ Warren / Macomb
Warren, MI · On-site
$79K - $83K/yr
CAADC or equivalent credential (required/expected) * Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS or CCS-M) preferred , or actively working toward certification * Strong knowledge of SUD treatment approaches ...
Clinical Supervisor NEW Clinic ~ Warren / Macomb
Warren, MI · On-site
$79K - $83K/yr
CAADC or equivalent credential (required/expected) * Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS or CCS-M) preferred , or actively working toward certification * Strong knowledge of SUD treatment approaches ...
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Pyramid Healthcare rating
4.5
Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
870th of 880 rated healthcare providers
Job description
This role will be remote for Pyramid Healthcare Inc's Pennsylvania Clinical Assessment Team and applicants are required to reside and be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania.
Summary: Responsible for facilitating and supervision of all clinical services for program as outlined by facility standards and in accordance with clinical philosophy of program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists the counselors in the development of the treatment plans and maintenance of notes.
- Facilitates treatment team meetings and participates in case consults.
- Provides individual and group supervision to the counselors and other staff as assigned.
- Maintains caseload as needed.
- Assists the facility leadership in developing new programs for the facility.
- Listens to clients concerning all areas of treatment.
- Maintains safe, orderly and therapeutic environment for clients including crisis intervention.
- Ensures clinical programming occurs daily as scheduled.
- Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Day-to-Day supervision and training of clinical department staff.
- Licensure supervision of clinical staff appropriate to discipline
Required Qualifications
Education, Licensure, & Experience
- ASAM aligned substance programs must meet one of the below requirements:
- Master's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling with a Master's level licensure: Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC) and 2 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent.
- Master's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling and are working towards a Master's level licensure (Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling), or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC), and 2 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent.
- Bachelors Level with a CADC or are working towards a CADC with a minimum of one year of qualifying clinical experience, and 3 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent.
- Associates Degree with a CAAC and 4 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent.
- Full certification as an addictions counselor by a statewide certification body and 3 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent person. The individual shall also complete a Department approved core curriculum training prior to hire which includes a component on clinical supervision skills.
- ASAM aligned Co-Occurring enhanced programs must meet one of the below requirements:
- Master's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling with a Master's level licensure: Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC) and 2 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent.
- Master's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling and are working towards a Master's level licensure (Marriage and family therapy, social work, professional counseling), or certification by a state wide certification board (CAADC) and 2 years of clinical experience in a health and human services agency which includes 1 year of working directly with the chemically dependent.
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound clinical judgment and excellent clinical skills
- Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information
- Ability to handle a crisis and or potential risk situation and react appropriately
- A working knowledge of federal and state standards as well as regulating body and compliance standards.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs, stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must seldom lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet & indoors. This position will require local travel. This position will be scheduled based on operational need & will be required to provide own transportation.
Compensation Disclosure:
This position may be subject to state or local wage transparency requirements. Where required by law, a compensation range will be provided. For candidates applying in jurisdictions with such requirements, the applicable range will be disclosed either in this posting or during the interview process. Please note that compensation may vary depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. To inquire about the salary range for your specific location, please contact our recruitment team.
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