Substance Abuse Counselor jobs in the United States

Identify and locate persons with substance use disorders. Serve as the intake staff member for completion of personal history (medical and social) on each admission. Provide individual counseling services. Conduct group therapy sessions. Provide counseling services to family members of patients. Service as the principal liaison between the parent program and appropriate local agencies. Coordinate a comprehensive rehabilitation program for the substance abuser and his/her family, drawing on other services available in the general community. Develop and maintain monitoring records in order to assure continuity of personal and family rehabilitation. Conduct and/or participate in educational presentations sponsored by agency or other agencies associated with substance abuse. Assist courts and law enforcement agencies when need arises. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Preferably have a RAC, CAC, or LAC. Also considered are candidates with CIT, LPC, PLPC, LMFT, PLMFT, RSW, LCSW.
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience in addiction or related fields.
• Must be organized and detail oriented and have a strong desire to help people on their road to recovery.
• Must have two (2) years sobriety if in personal recovery.

PAY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EDUCATION.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• No nights

Work Location: In person