What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUD Counselor (Addictions Counselor) position at Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services?
Join our mission to help individuals with mental illness and addictions to lead healthy and productive lives. GCBHS has an immediate openings for Addictions Counselors / SUD Counselors (LPC/LSW) in Cincinnati, Ohio. We have openings at our Shelterhouse location.
Why Work at GCBHS?
- GCBHS is a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for for adults, children, and families
- Top Workplace every year since 2010
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Flexible work schedules
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 403(b) Retirement with Match
- Tuition Benefits ($1,250 per semester for BSW or $2,500 per semester or quarter for MSW or MA-Counseling)
- Internship and Practicum opportunities for MSW and MA-Counseling students
- Professional development opportunities and no cost to you CEU's
The ideal candidate will have an LPC/LSW or higher license. Experience working with individuals in substance use disorder and/or mental health treatment is a plus! We offer free continuing education credits to maintain your license and tuition assistance benefits. We offer a pay differential based on your level of license (CDCA, LCDCII or III or LPC or LSW).
Position Responsibilities for SUD Counselor:
- Completes Diagnostic Assessments and treatments plans on individuals seeking services for gambling, alcohol or other drugs.
- Facilitates therapeutic cognitive behaviorally based groups for alcohol and other drug treatment.
- Conducts individual and family counseling sessions to identify those problems the client has which may interfere with the recovery process and develop appropriate treatment for client.
- Makes appropriate referrals for further counseling and services to improve client’s quality of life and improve likelihood of recovery.
- Provides case management, linkage and/or referrals to appropriate school, employment bureau, housing, health facility, or other community resource in order to enhance the client’s quality of life and improve likelihood of recovery.
Position Requirements for SUD Counselor:
- Ohio LPC or LSW required.
- Experience working with individuals with SUD.
- LCDCII, LCDCIII, LSW, or LPC preferred. Pay differential for LCDCII or above.
We have full-time and part-time opportunities available.
GCB has been named a Top Workplace in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky since 2010!
Please visit our website to learn more about GCBHS. www.gcbhs.com
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