Job Description: Job Title: Counselor Location: Rolla, Missouri Department: Recovery Services Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: Are you passionate about making a positive impact on individuals struggling with substance use disorders? Join our team as a Substance Use Counselor and be part of a mission to transform lives. We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who excel in building rapport, possess strong communication skills, and have a deep understanding of addiction treatment. Your expertise will directly contribute to our clients' recovery journeys, helping them rebuild their lives and rediscover hope. As a Substance Use Counselor, you'll provide comprehensive support to individuals with substance use disorders, guiding them through their treatment plans. You'll conduct assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for our clients. Your role will be crucial in helping clients develop coping strategies, improve decision-making skills, and work towards long-term recovery. The Substance Use Counselor position offers… + All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more + Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits + Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost + Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay + Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement + Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives + Collaborative team environment with supportive colleagues + Ongoing professional development and training opportunities + Retirement options Key Responsibilities: + Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and screenings within designated timeframes + Develop individualized treatment plans that evolve based on client progress + Facilitate individual counseling, group therapy, and family conferences + Provide education on substance use disorders and recovery strategies + Document all services accurately and promptly in accordance with regulatory standards + Participate in clinical staffing and treatment team meetings + Manage crisis situations effectively and professionally + Collaborate with referral sources and maintain positive community relationships + Complete mandatory training to enhance clinical skills and stay current with best practices + Assist clients in developing problem-solving skills and healthy coping mechanisms + Support clients through the transition process, including completing necessary documentation Education and/or Experience Qualifications: + Hold credentials as a Qualified Addiction Professional as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, Inc. (MCB) + Experience in substance use disorder treatment and counseling Required License/Certification (one of the following): + Missouri: CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, RADC, CCJP, or Co-Occurring Disorder Professional Credential + Appropriate State Board licensure Additional Qualifications: + Must be willing to become licensed in additional states beyond current licensure + Comfortable providing telehealth services + Valid driver's license in state of residency and ability to pass a background check + Strong interpersonal and communication skills + Proficiency in crisis management and de-escalation techniques + Ability to work effectively in a team environment + Commitment to ongoing professional development + Must complete New Hire Orientation within 30 days of employment + Must obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within 3 months of employment Keywords: Substance Use Counselor, Addiction Treatment, Recovery Support, Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Counseling, Therapy, Chemical Dependency, Rehabilitation, Case Management Position Perks & Benefits: Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors. Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot + 200 locations + 4 states + 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates + 5k+ employees