What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Substance Abuse Counselor III position at Amity Foundation?
About the Position:
Amity Foundation is seeking a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor III to support the community by delivering face-to-face rehabilitative programming services in the Integrated Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (ISUDTP).
As a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor III, you will:
- Deliver treatment programming services to participants and conduct group and/or individual sessions.
- Effectively implement scheduled program curriculum, leading and participating in face-to-face group and individual meetings using motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other therapeutic processes.
- Engage participants daily, reinforce group rules and expectations for participation and completion.
- Work directly with participants to develop and implement treatment/action plans and educate participants about supportive networks as they return to the community.
- Review treatment plans, evaluate, and record treatment progress, and maintain accurate, timely, and confidential participant records.
- Prepare accurate, concise, informative reports, records, and plans that are consistent with Amity standards and comply with applicable clinical and administrative rules.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Master's Degree in a social service-related field and licensure by the Board of Behavioral Sciences, or a Bachelor's Degree in a social service-related field and AOD certification with relevant experience.
- An understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse, as well as excellent interpersonal, written communication, and typing skills.
- Operational knowledge of MS Office Suite and ARMS (preferred).
- The ability to maintain sensitivity and objectivity under pressures generated by association with substance abuse treatment participants.
What We Offer:
Amity Foundation offers a competitive compensation package, including employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, as well as 401K, HSA, and supplementary life insurance programs.
