Addictions Counselor

Job Overview:

We are seeking enthusiastic, personal, compassionate, and dedicated substance abuse counselors to help provide direction and support for our patients. In this role, you will be responsible for developing treatment and recovery plans and identifying behaviors that impede rehabilitation. You may also be required to facilitate individual and group therapy sessions. To ensure success, substance abuse counselor candidates should be familiar with the latest treatment methods, and collaborate with other mental health care specialists. Top-notch candidates have excellent clinical knowledge and demonstrable counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• required documentation at admission.
• Orientation – Describe the residential program and treatment to new clients.
• Assessment – Gather data from the client and other sources; analyze and interpret the data to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and needs.
• Treatment Planning – Collaborate with the client to develop treatment plans, identifying and prioritizing problems, goals, and treatment methods.
• Counseling – Provide individual, and group counseling.
• Education – Provide clients and their families with information about substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, treatment, recovery, and resources.
• Crisis management – Respond to client needs during extreme distress or emergencies including after hours on-call coverage.
• Case Management – Coordinate with clients and resources to focus on identified needs and goals.
• Referral – Identify client needs that can’t be met at Wellspring and assist client to use community resources and support systems.
• Consultation – Relate with professionals on client treatment and services to assure comprehensive care.
• Record Keeping – Maintain accurate and up-to-date counseling records.
• Facilitate the maintenance of a group living atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation.
• Monitor the safety and security of clients and the facility.
• Maintain client confidentiality and high ethical and professional standards.
• Prepare for and participate in individual and group supervision, case review, and clinical staff meetings
• Report to work promptly at assigned hours and submit accurate time sheets to the program director.
• Meet continuing education and other requirements to maintain professional licenses related to the position. This education requirement includes continual education with the Sanctuary Model of Care.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and workshops
• Provide mental health counseling and addiction counseling services
• Perform other duties as delegated by the program, clinical, or executive director.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Counseling or related field
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Knowledge of ethical standards in counseling practice
- Excellent communication and listening skills

- Ability to engage clients within the community and office

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives through counseling services. If you are passionate about helping others and have the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person