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Substance Abuse CounselorChesapeake, VA

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR 

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Are you a dedicated and experienced Counselor with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards recovery? We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to contribute to our treatment team. If you excel in a dynamic counseling environment, possess a profound understanding of addiction therapy, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of our therapeutic programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking recovery. Apply now and become a key contributor to our mission of supporting individuals on their path to wellness! 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • CLINICAL CARE: 
    • Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic needs and best-practice guidelines. 
    • Provide crisis and de-escalation techniques. 
    • Conduct individual counselor sessions as appropriate to competency level. 
  • TREATMENT PLANNING AND PROGRESS MONITORING: 
    • Assist with treatment planning. 
    • Review progress towards treatment plan goals. 
  • COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION: 
    • Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team. 
    • Ensure timely care delivery, meeting performance standards, and ensuring a high-quality patient experience. 
    • Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings. 
    • Carry and effectively manage a caseload of patients. 

 

  • DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE: 
    • Timely and comprehensively document all necessary treatment data into the electronic patient health record. 
    • Follow adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements. 
    • Attend required meetings, including individual and group supervision, and quarterly in-service. 

Skills & Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • EXPERIENCE 
  • Required: 1 year of experience in a relevant field 
  • Preferred: 2 years of experience in a relevant field 
  • EDUCATION: 
  • Required: Consistent with state-level regulation and requirements, bachelor’s degree

 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 

  • REQUIRED: Active clinical certification or licensure consistent with state-level regulatory requirements, at minimum e.g. CSAC-S, CSAC, Resident in Counseling, LCSW-S, LCSW, LPC

 

BENEFITS AND PERKS 

  • PTO (Paid Time Off) 
  • Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer match. 
  • Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities. 
  • Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance. 
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) 
  • Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field 

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional growth and development. 

 

Ready to shape our future by bringing in top talent? Apply now and be a key player in our success! 

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Job Number: 11295

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