We are currently seeking a FT Substance Abuse/Mental Health Counselor to join our team!
** $1000 Sign-on bonus **
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of counseling techniques as they relate to drug and or alcohol abuse, physical behavioral and emotional characteristics and manifestations of drug and alcohol dependency, and individual and group behavior—the ability to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with clients and other members of the treatment team. Can express ideas verbally and in writing for any necessary documentation.
Counselor will meet with newly assigned clients within twenty-four (24) hours of admission and review with client at the time the initial Treatment Plan, all Releases of Information, Policy, Rules and schedule of the Unit.
Obtain data on client’s background and behavior including Social History, Family history and other psychosocial data to determine diagnosis, counseling needs, and treatment approach.
Complete Psychosocial History & Evaluation on each assigned client within first week of admission.
Employ the information gathered from the Psychosocial history and Evaluation in the formulation of an individualized treatment plan for each client.
Provide individual and group counseling services to patients having drug and/or alcohol problems.
Complete regular treatment plan updates in a clear and concise manner with measurable goals.
Must meet Department of Health (DOH) chapter 704 staffing requirements, At least a Bachelor's Degree or CAC with 1-year Counseling experience; a Master's Degree preferred, Must have two years of working experience in the Human Services field; experience working in Drug and Alcohol Program preferred, Prior training in ASAM and Confidentiality preferred.
Must be bilingual - English and Spanish
Employees will be eligible to receive benefits after 30 days including:
- 403B with company contribution (100% vested after probationary period)
- Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Healthcare, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
- Generous Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Wellness Program
- Free Parking
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer-EOE/M/F/D/V
40 per week
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.16 - $25.73 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Addiction Medicine
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Human Services: 2 years (Required)
- Drug and Alcohol Program: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person