Addictions Treatment Unit Counselor

Rosecrance Health Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,946 - 29,832; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Group Life Insurance including LTD and

Tuition assistance and licensure/cert.

Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement

Referral program up to $1,000 per hire

Wellness plan with on-site gym

Daily pay

Discounts at participating retailers

Job summary

Rosecrance Harrison Campus in Rockford, IL seeks a Unit Specialist to supervise addicted clients and provide counseling within an ethical, therapeutic setting. The role includes individual, group, and lecture activities, plus coordination with the treatment team to implement plans and ensure records compliance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CADC or progression toward certification, a valid driver’s license, and strong behavioral management skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and one year of addiction treatment experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
• CADC or able to be certified within 24 months
• Must have own transportation
• Skilled in behavioral management techniques
• Ability to coordinate and present lectures for patients, parents and community resources
• A passion to be a part of a mission driven organization
• A teamwork approach
• A desire to make a difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Work hours prescribed by the Supervisor and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Supervise and manage the behavior of the clients and provide appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
• Coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
• Monitor assigned clients by consulting with the primary counselor in developing and implementing the individual treatment plan and scheduling individual sessions to assist the patients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
• Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with required rules and regulations.
• Develop and present all patient lectures listed on the client’s lecture schedule.
• Observe, monitor, and record group dynamics.
• Facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
• Consult with the members of the treatment team and plan daily therapeutic direction for designated shift.
• Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shifts, counselors, teachers, etc.

Skills

Behavioral management

Lectures presentation

Teamwork

Patient counseling

Education

High School diploma or GED

CADC certification within 24 months

Own transportation

Tools

Own transportation

Job description

Rosecrance Harrison Campus in Rockford, IL seeks a Unit Specialist to supervise addicted clients and provide counseling within an ethical, therapeutic setting. The role includes individual, group, and lecture activities, plus coordination with the treatment team to implement plans and ensure records compliance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CADC or progression toward certification, a valid driver’s license, and strong behavioral management skills.