Addictions Counselor

Avenues Recovery Center; Lake Ariel (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Accident

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Employer-Paid Life and AD&D

Lifetime Benefit Term Insurance with L

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center at Lake Ariel, PA is seeking an Addictions Counselor to provide evidence-based therapy within a 60-bed residential program.

You will design individualized treatment plans, conduct individual and group therapy, document progress, and collaborate with the treatment team to support sustained recovery. Bachelor's degree is required; state licensure is necessary; strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or counseling or a related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client.
• Conduct individual, group, family and couples therapy sessions.
• Maintain thorough documentation of client progress, challenges and risk.
• Collaborate with Clinical Director and treatment team for coordinated care.
• Respond to crises with appropriate intervention and de-escalation.

Skills

Observational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or counseling

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 18 locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence-based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs – spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services – have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now Hiring an Addictions Counselor at Avenues Recovery at Lake Ariel, PA!

What You'll Do

• Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
• Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
• Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
• Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
• Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
• Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
• Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty, accountability, dignity and respect

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Valid state licensure / certification necessary to practice in this role
• Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
• Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality

Where You'll Work

Avenues Recovery Center at Lake Ariel is a 60-bed residential facility offering drug and alcohol detox and inpatient rehabilitation services. Nestled on 5.19 acres of the beautiful Poconos mountains, this homey yet modern establishment provides the ideal setting for clients to cleanse themselves of all harmful substances and embark on their journey to sustained recovery. With round-the-clock supervision and care, our clients' every need is met with dignity and compassion before it arises. Our dedicated staff include skilled primary therapists and clinicians, nurse practitioners, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians - all of whom help to create a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental atmosphere which fosters openness and healing.

Why Join Us?

Benefits

• 401K with employer match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
• Lifetime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
• Legal Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
• Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment

Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!