Description

Location: Remote. Candidates must be located and licensed as a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) in Washington State. Out-of-state candidates and candidates who do not possess a current substance use disorder/chemical dependency credential will not be considered.

Compensation: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30am - 6:00pm Pacific Time

Who is Ideal Balance?

Ideal Balance provides substance use disorder counseling for those struggling with a substance use disorder.

We treat our employees like we would want to be treated ourselves: with respect and compassion. We value teamwork and support open, transparent communication.

Benefits:

We offer our employees a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to recognize how important you are to the company. Current benefits include:

• Medical, vision, and dental
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Life insurance
• 120 hours paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance and Life Assistance programs
• A 401(K) retirement program
• Pet Insurance

The Role:

The SUDP provides American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Assessment services for those individuals suffering from a substance use disorder and who are seeking medication for their disorder. Services will be provided via Telehealth.

• Provides approximately 60% - 70% productivity, 24 – 28 hours for every 40 hours worked, of ASAM Assessments.
• Maintains SUDP licensure in good standing with the Washington State Department of Health.
• Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies of the agency, and of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinates and cooperates with other agencies and organizations to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes for each client.
• Completes in a timely manner, per the Washington Administrative Codes (WAC), all required forms/documentation for each client.
• Maintains accurate and current records on each client in accordance with ASAM guidelines, The Joint Commission requirements and the WAC mandates for client records.
• Prepares current client progress reports and completion notices and provides them to the courts, probation departments, and referral sources as appropriate.
• Work with supervisor in reviewing all aspects of the SUDP licensure
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor/Site Administrator.

Requirements

Requirements to be considered:

• Must reside in WA State full-time
• Maintain a valid substance use disorder credential, in good standing, with the WA State Department of Health
• Ability to navigate technology as this is a remote position
• Understands and implements the Washington Administrative Codes (WAC) as they pertain to our agency.
• Familiar with and utilizes the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria for treatment provided.
• Conducts self in a professional manner at all times and participates as a part of the Ideal Balance and Ideal Option teams.
• Knowledge of, and culturally sensitive to, Substance Use Disorders and its effect on families and communities.
• Practices within the scope of your education and makes appropriate referrals according to the client’s needs.
• Must be of the conviction that a substance use disorder is a treatable illness and constitutes a public health problem.
• Applicants are expected to subscribe to the philosophy of a harm-reduction approach for recovered and recovering individuals with a substance use disorder.
• Must be intermediate to expert level in providing services via a digital platform (multiple PC platforms, multi-screen, etc.).
• Ability to type fluently to include excellent spelling and grammar.