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Job Overview – Substance Abuse Counselor
Rate of Pay $17-$24/hr based on experience
We are seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide counseling and support to individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders.
Duties and Responsibilities: Substance Abuse Counselor
· Perform client assessments/screenings as required
· Develop and implement a plan of treatment and aftercare plans for the client and/or family
· Evaluate client progress and revise treatment plan, as needed
· Provide client and family education about addiction, the recovery phase, and relapse prevention techniques
· Knowledgeable of community resources available for clients and families
· Assume case management responsibilities for assigned clients
· Demonstrate the ability to perform crisis intervention
· Present client cases for discussion with the multidisciplinary team
· Develop, implement, and coordinate educational classes and therapy programs
· Maintain referral source and responds appropriately
· Responsible for client, staff, and self-safety at all times
· Maintain client records
· Documentation meets standards and policies
· Treat clients/families with respect and dignity
· Perform all aspects of client care in an environment that optimizes client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
· Communicate with physicians and/or nurses in a clear and concise manner
· Maintain a good working relationship within the department and with other departments
· Function as a mentor for student interns
· Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and organizes; functions well during stressful and/or emergency situation
· Stay current with new techniques, advances through seminars, conferences, continuing educating classes, professional societies, and journals etc.
· Uses two identifiers for each client served to ensure identification
· Perform other duties as assigned
Regulatory Requirements: Substance Abuse Counselor
· Master’s Degree in a related field and/or an active National Certification in addiction
· Minimum of two years training and/or clinical experience in substance abuse counseling desired
· Within four years will have obtained licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or actively pursuing higher education degree
· Valid Driver’s License required
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals seeking recovery from substance abuse.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 – $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty: Addiction Medicine, Public Health
Schedule: 8 hour shift, Day shift, Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 5 years?
Are you on Federal Supervision at this time? This includes federal pretrial, federal probation or federal parole.
Education: Master’s (Required)
Experience: Addiction counseling: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate: Chattanooga, TN 37405: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Full Time
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