What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at Avenues Recovery?
Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 17 locations
across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care,
Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning
detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date.
But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real
difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
Now hiring a full-time Substance Abuse Counselor!
What You'll Do
- Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
- Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
- Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
- Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
- Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
- Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
- Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty,
accountability, dignity and respect
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required. Master's degree preferred.
- Valid state licensure / certification necessary to practice in this role
- Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
- Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality
Where You'll Work
Avenues Recovery Center at Clarksville is a residential facility which offers drug and alcohol detox and inpatient rehabilitation services. Set on a sprawling 10-acre property and housed in beautiful, state-of-the-art premises, this modern yet warm establishment provides the perfect backdrop for clients to cleanse themselves of all substances and begin healing. With a stellar clinical program, skilled, passionate staff, and round-the-clock care, each client is given every tool necessary to rediscover themselves and chart a new path in life. Clients and staff alike contribute to the positive, welcoming atmosphere and are the reason why no one wants to leave!
Why Join Us
Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is
pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource
they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family,
you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
• 401K with 100% employer match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long -Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
• LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
• Legal Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Apply today!
