Addictions Counselor — Growth, Training & Impact

Gaudenzia, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Excellent Benefits

On The Job Training

Upward mobility

Educational assistance to help yougrow

Job summary

Gaudenzia, Inc. is seeking an Addictions Counselor for the Common Ground Program in Harrisburg.

This full-time role involves supporting recovery and providing guidance to individuals through all stages of treatment, with a strong emphasis on case management and evidence-based practices. The position offers a competitive pay scale ($20.73–$26.45 hourly based on clinical experience), opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Counselor I: Bachelor's degree with 1 year clinical experience.
• Counselor II: Bachelor's degree with 2 years clinical experience.
• Counselor III: Bachelor's degree with 3 years clinical experience; or Master's degree with no experience; or Master's with 1 year experience

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for a caseload of clients per program requirements and state regulations.
• Complete evaluations and assessments including screening, intake, and biopsychosocial histories.
• Develop individualized treatment plans at client admission.
• Document all clinical services in the EHR and complete monthly treatment reports.
• Maintain timely EHR entries within 24–72 hours of service delivery.
• Conduct individual and group sessions per treatment plan goals.
• Participate in funding source reviews and recommend treatment lengths of stay.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate with agency and community resources to ensure through treatment planning.
• Assist clients with discharge planning and continued care connections.
• Follow up with clients after discharge per regulatory guidelines.

Education

Counselor I requirements

Counselor II requirements

Counselor III requirements

Job description

Gaudenzia, Inc. is seeking an Addictions Counselor for the Common Ground Program in Harrisburg.

This full-time role involves supporting recovery and providing guidance to individuals through all stages of treatment, with a strong emphasis on case management and evidence-based practices. The position offers a competitive pay scale ($20.73–$26.45 hourly based on clinical experience), opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits.