Substance Abuse Counselor

KVC Missouri Residential Facility - Niles
Location: Kansas City, MO

Job Summary

The Substance abuse Counselor is a school-based position designed to provide critical interventions to students that are facing challenges with substance use. The position focuses on prevention and response to behaviors that may induce substance use in adolescents.

Education: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

Licensure/Certification: Credentials or license as a Substance Use Disorder/Addiction Counselor issued by a credentialing authority recognized by the Missouri Substance Abuse Professional Credentialing Board

Qualifications:

Possesses a current, valid MO driver's license and meets the KVC requirements for driver's insurance
Strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language proficiently
Ability to use independent judgment and manage confidential information
Ability to operate in a challenging, ever-changing, multidisciplinary team environment
Excellent interpersonal skills Self-motivated, organized and disciplined

Experience:

Two (2) to four (4) years' experience in the substance use field
Two (2) to four (4) years' experience providing services to youth
Experience facilitating group sessions and trainings Experience working with at-risk student population
Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team Experience in treatment planning and service documentation
Experience working with students that present with behavioral challenges Preferred

Experience/Skills:

Missouri Licensure - Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified Reciprocal Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CRADC)

Must be 21 years old to apply

Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

• Paid Parental Leave

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

• 403(b) with Company Match

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

• Tuition Reimbursement

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

• Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

• Employee Assistance Program

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

• Wellness Benefits

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 77 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.