Come join our team!! Your Job as an Addictions Counselor: The Addictions Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from substance use disorders. A counselor provides high quality, compassionate ca…
Skills: Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Family Counseling, Patient Assessment, Treatment Planning
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Full-time
high school, bachelor degree, professional certificate
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Addictions Counselor provides compassionate individual and group counseling to patients recovering from substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and documenting patient progress under clinical supervision.
Requirements
Candidates must be a high school graduate, though a bachelor's degree in social or health services is preferred. Required certifications include CSC-AD, CAC-AD, or ADT, along with experience in a counseling internship or practicum.
Full job description
Come join our team!!
Your Job as an Addictions Counselor: The Addictions Counselor is instrumental in our patient’s treatment and recovery from substance use disorders. A counselor provides high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions. The Addictions Counselor will plan, oversee, facilitate and document their patient's recovery as under the clinical supervision of our Clinical Manager.
We have daily shifts that allow our employees to have stable schedules and enjoy quality time away from the facility. Hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Your Responsibilities as an Addictions Counselor:
Conduct individual counseling sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required;
Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required;
May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions;
Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment, for patients;
Prepare an individual treatment plans for each assigned patient;
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner;
May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients;
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed;
May plan for aftercare for assigned patients;
May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested;
May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care;
Evaluate patient’ needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed; and,
All other duties as described in the Unit Unique Job Description or as assigned by the Executive Director and/or the Clinical Manager.
Qualifications: Your Skills and Qualifications as an Addictions Counselor:
HS graduate or equivalent required; prefer bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university
Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills, exceptional organizational skills, ability to build rapport with clients, and the ability to navigate and utilize computer software with training including electronic health record (EHR).
Licenses/Certifications:
CSC-AD, CAC-AD, or ADT
We have a very supportive, welcoming team that is passionate about their profession and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us.
Related keywords
Addictions CounselingSubstance Use DisordersSUD ProgramCSC-ADCAC-ADADTElectronic Health RecordEHRCrisis InterventionCase ManagementTreatment PlanningPatient AssessmentHealthcareSocial Services
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Industry
Mental Health Care
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2016
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
LinkedIn followers
81
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An Outpatient Behavioral Health program that support holistic recovery with integrated health and wellness approaches.
Industry
Mental Health Care
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2016
Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
LinkedIn followers
81
Next Step Treatment Center, a private outpatient behavioral health treatment center located in Baltimore City, Maryland, offers a person-centered innovative treatment approach to address both mental health and substance use related concerns. Through the use of tailored individualized treatment approaches, Next Step Treatment Center offers clinic and community-based care for youth, adults, their families, as well as increase awareness and education for the community at large. Our approach is holistic and provides quality treatment across the care continuum (prevention to recovery) to facilitate and sustain increased recovery and wellness. With a proven treatment philosophy based of integrated care approaches (counseling/therapy, case management, medical, and community support resources), Next Step Treatment Center offers the opportunity for our clients to begin their recovery journey towards improved health and wellness.