Counselor-MAT

DescriptionHomeward Bound, a behavioral health agency in Dallas, is looking for a fully licensed LCDC for the outpatient Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program. Individuals enrolled in this program are recovering from opioid addiction through the use of buprenorphine and can be involved in a variety of levels of care including substance use outpatient, mental health outpatient, and substance use residential treatment.

This position involves strong attention to detail, the ability to be self-directed, high motivation, trauma-informed care, and the capacity to have working knowledge of two electronic health records: CMBHS and Netsmart. If you like to solve problems, blend administrative and clinical work, and create a fast-paced environment, then this could be a good position for you!

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position .

DutiesDuties for this position include, but are not limited to

Complete all admission documentation including the screening, assessment, and treatment plan for every client enrolled in MAT services.

Do the initial financial eligibility form and update it on enrolled clients every 6 months.

Complete treatment plan reviews every 30 days.

Have individual counseling sessions with clients on a regular basis.

Complete discharge documentation after staffing concerns and problem solving with the MAT team for clients who complete, choose to discontinue, or who disengage with the program.

Work closely with the medication prescribers and other medical professionals to handle the clinical concerns of each client.

Be adept at understanding a variety of funding sources and how to coordinate individualized care utilizing those sources.

Provide continuity of care by coordinating with other internal and external programs clients may be active with.

Be available to assist with medication issues such as communication with the pharmacy, medication pick up, and medication discrepancies.

Assist with urine drug screens and the documentation of urine drug screens as necessary.

Assist with data collection for the MAT program which will include conducting surveys, attending MAT-related meetings, and keeping accurate records of all clients through CMBHS and MAT documentation as well as through organizational spreadsheets.

Be able to explain the differences in Subutex, Suboxone, and Sublocade to both clients and staff from other departments.