Substance Abuse Counselor

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing and dynamic organization. Expectations for quality of work and methodologies used will be consistent with current standards of evidence-based treatment and with the Coleman Institute’s mission statement, goals, and objectives. The ideal candidate will be provide individual counseling, group counseling, and case management services to patients undergoing a unique withdrawal management process and then beginning their recovery.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes biopsychosocial assessment of patient to determine appropriate services following withdrawal management (e.g. IOP or residential)
• In cooperation with the patient, develops, reviews and facilitates the initial treatment plan
• Develops aftercare plans
• Coordinates recovery support services for patients within their community
• Provides individual and group counseling services
• Works with families and significant others in patient’s recovery process whenever possible
• Tracks aftercare progress
• Other related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• LISW, LPCC, LISW-S or LICDC required
• Masters Degree
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus. Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population
• Understanding of an EMR system (electronic medical records)
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screen

COVID-19 considerations:

Everyone will be asked to be in compliance with the most recent COVID guidelines from CDC, State, County and City.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• Satisfying and rewarding work helping the underserved