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IOP Counselor (Remote)

  2025-09-17     Behavioral Health Group - BHG     all cities,AK  
Description:

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Seeking LADC for Intensive Outpatient Services

Pay starts at $30.00-$35.00 Per hour plus Bonus

Workspace: Remote

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary ambassador for the IOP program, representing its mission and values internally and externally.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams, case managers, and support staff to ensure smooth program operations.
  • Engage referral partners, community organizations, and healthcare providers to build program awareness.
  • Contribute to program growth by supporting new processes, design, and implementation.
  • Provide input to leadership on strategies for visibility and effectiveness.
  • Uphold professionalism, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks/projects.
  • Inspire hope that addiction is a disease that can be treated, not a moral failing.
  • Conduct admissions using ASAM criteria (ASAM Level 2.1) to ensure proper level of care.
  • Review admission and periodic assessments to confirm program eligibility.
  • Meet with prospective patients, explain program requirements, and use motivational strategies to encourage engagement.
  • Develop clinical documentation (assessments, treatment plans) with leadership to meet regulatory, billing, and prior authorization standards.
  • Communicate with billing and RCM teams regarding patient attendance.
  • Provide evidence-based counseling, targeted case management, and crisis support.
  • Deliver program curriculum (Matrix Model, Seeking Safety, CBT) a minimum of 3 hours/day, 4 days/week.
  • Conduct supportive individual counseling sessions for enrolled patients.
  • Develop tailored interventions (e.g., parenting support) to meet patient needs.
  • Ensure patient engagement through outreach and collaboration with care teams.
  • Assist patients in identifying and seeking treatment for underlying health conditions.
  • Provide program orientation, intake, readmission support, and transitional counseling until primary counselor assignment.
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant patient documentation.
  • Comply with all state, federal, and organizational requirements while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Regulatory Compliance
  • Follow all federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Comply with accrediting body standards to ensure program integrity.
Marketing and Outreach
  • Participate in public relations and community outreach activities to strengthen referral pipelines.
Professional Development
  • Achieve assigned annual goals and objectives.
  • Demonstrate belief that addiction is a brain disease, not a moral failing.
  • Exhibit hope, respect, and compassion in all patient and team interactions.
  • Foster positive workplace relationships and collaborate effectively.
  • Work independently under pressure while managing multiple tasks.
  • Exercise sound judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
  • Maintain professionalism in stressful situations.
Training
  • Participate in required in-service trainings per federal, state, local, and accrediting standards.
  • Provide in-service training as needed.
  • Attend conferences, meetings, and other professional development opportunities.
Diversity and Inclusion
  • Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
Minimum Requirements
  • Accepted licenses/credentials: LADC
  • Outreach experience preferred.
Candidate Profile
  • High integrity, efficient, and self-motivated.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
  • Sound judgment and discretion with confidential matters.
  • Quick response in challenging or crisis situations.
  • Knowledge of substance use disorders, treatment planning, and social services.
  • Demonstrated ability to support rehabilitation of drug-dependent patients.
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
  • Ability to speak and hear effectively in person and by phone.
  • Adequate vision for reading documents and computer screens.
  • Prolonged sitting, occasional bending, stooping, and stretching.
  • Variable workload with periods of high stress.
  • Standard medical office environment with exposure to patients with mental health, infectious diseases, or criminal justice involvement.
  • Prolonged computer use/keyboard work.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be provided where feasible.
Why Join BHG?

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs. Benefit from flexible schedules with early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays. Manageable Workload.

Investment in Your Growth: Prioritize your development with role-based training and advancement opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance. Enjoy tuition reimbursement and competitive 401K match.

Recognition and Rewards: Experience competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.

Employee Perks: Access exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options, and benefit from our Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.

At BHG, we thrive on the greatness of our people. Join us and become part of a community that values excellence, integrity, and making a real difference in the lives of others.

EEO Statement: BHG is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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  • Entry level
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