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.
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:
Bachelor or Graduate degree in mental health, social work, psychology, addictions or related field
Maine License as LADC or CADC
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 1-2 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.
