Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor - Residential

Full-Time

Position Overview:

  • Administers comprehensive drug and alcohol screenings, assessments and evaluations to clients and assists in determining appropriate consequences and/or learning experiences based upon test results
  • Coordinates client services ranging from assessment and treatment planning, through discharge and aftercare
  • Recruits speakers, prepares presentations, obtains films and other related materials as necessary to enhance client understanding of presenting problems
  • Identifies and makes other referrals as necessary
  • Presents educational lectures to help clients develop ongoing treatment and recovery plans
  • Facilitates individual, group and family counseling sessions that promote positive interaction, encourage group socialization, group cohesiveness and unity among clients
  • Develops and maintains professional relationships with clients at all times
  • Prioritizes identified problems that require resolutions, establishes goals and objectives, utilizes available resources and arrives at decisions appropriate for client treatment planning
  • Aides in client decision making by promoting positive attitudes, feelings of awareness and change and building self-esteem
  • Educates, coaches and guides clients through the process of using cognitive and behavioral skills such as thinking reports, DBT, RET, step work, etc.

Requirements Include:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Services is required; Master's degree preferred
  • Requires an LAC; LMAC preferred
  • Additional Master's level BSRB preferred
  • Prior work in addictions prevention or treatment is preferred
  • A valid driver's license with a good driving record
  • Must pass pre-employment background checks, reference checks,  and drug screening

EOE