Adolescent Substance Abuse Counselor - Impactful Teens Care

YMCA of Honolulu; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Referral bonuses

Discounts on programs

Job summary

YMCA of Honolulu is seeking a dedicated clinician to serve teens in an intensive treatment program. The role requires delivering direct counseling, maintaining a 12–15 client caseload, and coordinating care across intake, treatment planning, and family sessions.

The position emphasizes documentation, supervision, and community outreach. Ideal candidates may have CSAC certification or related field experience, along with basic computer skills and CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with adolescents or completion of AOD coursework.
• Ability to provide direct client care and counseling.
• Experience delivering treatment-related services and documenting progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide 20 direct client service hours weekly.
• Schedule and conduct intake/orientation within two days of referral.
• Maintain caseload of 12–15 clients.
• Document client status in Screening, Intake, Orientation, Assessments, and Treatment Planning.
• Develop ASA-driven Comprehensive Treatment Plans.
• Meet with clients per plan and update every two weeks.
• Study core treatment materials and participate in supervision.
• Communicate objectives and plan for client outcomes.
• Create post-discharge follow-up plans at 90 & 180 days.
• Meet clients in school, community, and home settings.

Skills

Adolescent counseling

Group counseling

Case management

Documentation skills

Crisis intervention

Public speaking

Education

CSAC preferred

Bachelor's in Human Services or equivalent

First aid/CPR

Tools

OMNI Forms

Microsoft Office

Job description

YMCA of Honolulu is seeking a dedicated clinician to serve teens in an intensive treatment program. The role requires delivering direct counseling, maintaining a 12–15 client caseload, and coordinating care across intake, treatment planning, and family sessions.

The position emphasizes documentation, supervision, and community outreach. Ideal candidates may have CSAC certification or related field experience, along with basic computer skills and CPR/First Aid.