Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Substance Use Disorder Professional SUDP/T – Pacific Hope & Recovery

Hiring Range SUDP: $26.89-$33.61 per hour

Hiring Range SUDPT: $20.07-$24.58 per hour

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well-being, with access to top-tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro-rated for part-time employees.)
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well-being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) or Substance Use Disorder Professional Trainee (SUDPT) to provide integrated substance use disorder treatment and mental health services on our Pacific Hope and Recovery (PHRC) team. As a key member of a multidisciplinary team, you will assess, develop, and implement treatment plans that support individuals in their recovery journey. This role focuses on evidence-based interventions, harm reduction strategies, and trauma-informed care to empower individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. If you are passionate about helping individuals achieve lasting recovery, we encourage you to apply!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services, including individual and group therapy, psychoeducational workshops, recovery skill-building groups, and crisis intervention.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans integrating mental health and substance use disorder interventions.
• Utilize motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and other evidence-based approaches to engage individuals in their recovery process.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships while upholding professional boundaries.
• Conduct random urine drug screenings (UDS) as clinically indicated.
• Provide crisis intervention services and ongoing assessment to ensure client safety.
• Monitor compliance with legal and court-ordered substance use mandates, including Less Restrictive Alternative (LRA) orders.
• Document all clinical services thoroughly and accurately in compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams, medical providers, housing teams, probation officers, and community-based treatment providers.
• Maintain knowledge of medications used in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and their interactions with substances.
• Focus on teamwork, communication, and fostering a positive work atmosphere to enhance client outcomes.
• Engage individuals with encouragement and positive reinforcement to support their motivation for recovery.

SUDP Trainee Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Entry level (no prior related work experience)

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must meet agency driving requirements, including meeting the minimum age requirement of 21 years old, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

WA Food Worker Card (if working at Pacific Hope & Recovery)

LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. Ability to gain licensure as SUDPT in WA State

Licensed SUDP Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Associate’s Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must meet agency driving requirements, including meeting the minimum age requirement of 21 years old, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.

WA Food Worker Card (if working at Pacific Hope & Recovery)

LICENSURE: Current licensure as a Substance Use Disorder Professional.

Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.

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