Addiction Counseling Specialist

Carle-Health; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Counselor to deliver evaluation, counseling and therapy to inpatients and outpatients within a collaborative behavioral health team. The role reports to the behavioral health division and requires engagement with patients, families and treatment networks.

The position emphasizes evidence-based practice, adherence to regulatory standards, and strong communication skills in a diverse patient population.

Qualifications

• Master's in psychology, counseling or related field.
• Experience in behavioral health.
• Fluent in English; strong written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation, counseling and therapeutic services to patients and families.
• Liaise with treatment network and act as patient/family advocate.
• Communicate with referral sources, families and team about progress and discharge plans.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plans based on assessments.

Skills

Counseling

Communication skills

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

Master's Degree: Psychology / Counseling

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carle Health seeks a Counselor to deliver evaluation, counseling and therapy to inpatients and outpatients within a collaborative behavioral health team. The role reports to the behavioral health division and requires engagement with patients, families and treatment networks.

The position emphasizes evidence-based practice, adherence to regulatory standards, and strong communication skills in a diverse patient population.