What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - Substance Use Disorder - Aurora position at Family Guidance Centers, Inc.?
Job Description
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGCs comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
2nd $1,000.00: after 6 months of employment
Essential Duties
Develop patient treatment plans and conducts continued stay review based on research, clinical experience, and patients histories - using computer assessments.
Provide patient intakes (biopsychosocial assessment), treatment planning, case coordination, staffing, aftercare planning and discharge with individual and group therapy for a full spectrum of referral sources.
Provide direct clinical service to a full caseload, achieving a minimum of 20 billable hours weekly.
Counsel patients individually, or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
Maintain at least 51% of work time in face-to-face counseling, contacts.
Review and evaluate patients progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
Schedule: Monday - Friday (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) with Saturday rotation
Start Date: ASAP
Work Location: 751 Aurora Ave., Aurora, IL
Pay Rate: $42,000 - $45,000; based on experience and certifications
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Required Experience
Education and/or Experience:High School Diploma/ GEDrequired;Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relationsencouraged to apply.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: IAODAPCA Certified Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselor (CADC)required, or able to obtain within allottedtime of hire date.
Benefits
Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGCs comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
- $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS****
2nd $1,000.00: after 6 months of employment
Essential Duties
Develop patient treatment plans and conducts continued stay review based on research, clinical experience, and patients histories - using computer assessments.
Provide patient intakes (biopsychosocial assessment), treatment planning, case coordination, staffing, aftercare planning and discharge with individual and group therapy for a full spectrum of referral sources.
Provide direct clinical service to a full caseload, achieving a minimum of 20 billable hours weekly.
Counsel patients individually, or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
Maintain at least 51% of work time in face-to-face counseling, contacts.
Review and evaluate patients progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
Schedule: Monday - Friday (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) with Saturday rotation
Start Date: ASAP
Work Location: 751 Aurora Ave., Aurora, IL
Pay Rate: $42,000 - $45,000; based on experience and certifications
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Required Experience
Education and/or Experience:High School Diploma/ GEDrequired;Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relationsencouraged to apply.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: IAODAPCA Certified Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselor (CADC)required, or able to obtain within allottedtime of hire date.
Benefits
Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- EAP
- 401(k) plan
- Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package
Salary : $42,000 - $45,000
