What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor, Provisional position at Abraxas Youth & Family Services?

Job Description

Now Hiring : Provisional Counselor

We're seeking Provisional Addiction Counselors for our Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program.

Location : Woodridge Interventions | 2221 64th St. | Woodridge, IL 60517

Starting From : $19.00 per hour

Job Type : full-time

Shift : Combination of DAY SHIFTS and AFTERNOON / EVENING SHIFTS

As a Provisional Counselor, you have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people with substance abuse issues gain control of their lives.

Who We Are :

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry / transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

PROVISIONAL COUNSELOR, ADDICTIONS | SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER

JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you will provide group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination and crisis intervention services to clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to :

Complete assessment of each client
Initiate and sustain each individual’s motivation to participate in treatment.
Develop a comprehensive service plan for each client.
Provide daily treatment and curriculum-based education groups.

In conjunction with supervisor and treatment team, you will provide chemical dependency counseling services to patients and their families / collaterals through assessment and design, implementation, and revision of treatment plan.

Minimum Education & License / Credential Requirements

High school diploma or GED and twenty-four (24) credit hours of college education or accredited training program in substance abuse counseling and / or other human services area.

Higher education given preference.

Any new professional staff who do not have an IAODAPCA CADC or above certification when hired or first moved into this position must :

Obtain an IAODAPCA CADC within two years after the date of employment commences; and

Other Hiring Requirements

Ability to promote positive behavior and manage resistant behavior.

Physical ability to safely and effectively manage aggressive behavior.

Assertiveness, confidence and leadership abilities.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective time management skills.

Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

At least twenty-one (21) years of age.

Criminal clearances (State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).

Drug screen, TB test

Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

At Abraxas , we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.

As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.

As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.

Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.

At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.

If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Abraxas Youth & Family Services , an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

Who is Apis Services Inc : . Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterments.

Apis Services, Inc and affiliate’s provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us!

If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!

We're seeking Provisional Addiction Counselors for our Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program.

Location : Woodridge Interventions | 2221 64th St. | Woodridge, IL 60517

Salary : $19

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