Addictions Counselor

Essential Functions

• Counsel clients individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes
• Assist clients with developing skills to remain sober and cope with stressors
• Design and manage a personalized recovery plan for each client
• Evaluate client progress and amend treatment plan accordingly
• Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the clients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information
• Intervene as an advocate for clients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
• Awareness of and compliance with the requirements mandated by state regulations and facility policies and procedures
• Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills
• Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment program
• Assist Executive Director and Clinical Director on special projects as necessary

Competencies

• Dependability
• Ethical Practice
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Proficiency
• Flexibility

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position (40 hours/week). Days and hours of work may vary depending upon client caseload and client availability.

Required Education and Experience

• Meet standards of the board of professional counselors for an alcohol and drug trainee certificate, CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGPC, LCPC, LGADC, or LCADC
• Associate's degree and Bachelor's degree accepted, Master's degree preferred.
• One year of related experience.
• Pay range $50,000 - $75,000, depending on education and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

• CSC-AD, CAC-AD, LGPC, LCPC, LGADC, or LCADC (Preferred)
• Alcohol and Drug Trainee (ADT) status (Required)

Work Location: In person