Substance Use Counselor - Maine (Master's level)

Who we are:At Better Life Partners, we provide what it takes to heal from addiction. Wherever. Whenever. We work alongside community-based organizations to meet our members where they are, no matter what recovery looks like to them. By combining virtual and in-person counseling, community support, and access to life-saving medication, we help people move beyond addiction to find belonging, love, and purpose. If you’re looking to roll up your sleeves and meet hard challenges head-on, then we’re looking for you. The role: In this role, you will interact regularly with clients, referral sources, field staff, and members of the local community. You will be a resource for clients and community partners, guiding them on the path to recovery. You will work side by side with a high impact team of medical providers, recovery coaches and coordinators, helping clients to thrive. Your work is essential and your constant feedback will be expected to help clients reach the best outcome possible. This is a remote position. Unless otherwise agreed upon all candidates must reside in-market. The role: In this role, you will interact regularly with clients, referral sources, field staff, and members of the local community. You will be a resource for clients and community partners, guiding them on the path to recovery. You will work side by side with a high impact team of medical providers, recovery coaches and coordinators, helping clients to thrive. Your work is essential and your constant feedback will be expected to help clients reach the best outcome possible.   This is a remote position. Unless otherwise agreed upon all candidates must reside in-market.    The actual compensation offered within the range, along with title and level, will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, level offered, business requirements, and performance expectations. The max compensation range for a Master's level LADC is 71,550. What you will do:

Demonstrating and communicating the core values of Better Life Partners

Facilitating group therapy sessions for Better Life Partners clients

Familiarizing with and utilizing Better Life Partners evidence-based curriculum guides and training

Providing detailed feedback and maintaining clinical progress notes on clients

Counseling one-on-one with clients, when deemed necessary

Participating in Better Life Partners’, community research and public health partners’ research and data collection efforts

Formulating and maintaining treatment plans for each client served

Collaborating with community partners and Better Life Partners providers on case management and care coordination efforts

Adhering to professional and ethical work standards, enforcing appropriate counselor/client boundaries

Managing group dynamics and problem behavior with strong, professional judgement and in a way that does not jeopardize group integrity

Maintaining compliance with federal, state and local regulations for licensing and billing purposes

Attending and engaging in regular training, company meetings, monthly counselor consultation, and supervision as necessary

You are a good fit if you have:

Master's or Graduate degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field

Maine License as:

Master's degree with LADC and/or LCSW-cc or LCPC-c

Master's degree with LADC & LCSW or LCPC

2-3 years of experience working with substance use or related field

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel within Maine

It will also be great if you have:

Availability to work Saturdays

Demonstrated experience leading groups therapy sessions, interacting, engaging, and connecting with individuals and groups over telehealth/zoom

Comfortable working with an EMR and/or EHR system, including updating clinical notes

Willingness to travel locally within the communities we serve

Must be able to have a flexible schedule, including the ability to work 2 evenings a week to meet our member’s needs

Self-motivated to help as many people as possible Team player with an “all hands on deck” positive attitude, organized/able to multitask

Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor

Master's in a related field

Location requirements:

BLP operates in hybrid and remote work environments, which allows us to better meet our members and partners where they’re located. Candidates applying for this role must be willing and able to travel locally within the communities we serve and/or travel to onsite meetings as expected in coordination with their department and business needs.

When working from home, the requirements include:

Must have reliable internet service with a fast upload/download ability

Ability to ensure any protected health or proprietary data/information is not visible (or audible) to others in any work location

Must have a quiet space to speak to members, team members, or external partners with minimal background noise and distractions

In addition to a competitive compensation package, we’re offering the chance to be the change you wish to see in your community. Help us work toward a future where everyone can have a healthy life filled with belonging, love, and purpose. We’re a recovery-friendly workplace that values family life, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Apply To This Job