Chemical Dependency Counselor

Providence Health & Services; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits for employees and families

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Providence Health & Services in Lacey, Washington, is seeking a Chemical Dependency Professional to implement and coordinate case management for patients facing chemical dependency issues. This role involves delivering individualized treatment, assessing patients before admission, and conducting group therapy sessions.

Candidates should hold a Washington Substance Use Disorder Professional License and have at least 2 years of counseling experience. Join us to be part of an organization committed to supporting your professional growth while caring for our communities.

Qualifications

• Washington Substance Use Disorder Professional License required upon hire.
• 2 years counseling experience with individuals facing chemical dependency.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate case management for assigned patients.
• Deliver individual and family treatment sessions, lectures, and group therapy.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations.

Skills

Counseling experience

Treatment planning

Individual and group therapy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Counseling or a related area

Master's Degree in Counseling or a related area

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Manager, the Chemical Dependency Professional implements, maintains and coordinates the case management of assigned patients. Chemical Dependency Professionals deliver treatment services including individual and family sessions, lectures and group therapy. The Chemical Dependency Professional performs all levels of pre‑admission assessment, from inquiry to biopsychosocial assessment, as well as aspects of the clinical admission process.

Required qualifications

• Washington Substance Use Disorder Professional License (upon hire).
• 2 years counseling experience with persons with a primary problem of chemical dependency.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling or a related area.
• Master's Degree in Counseling or a related area.
• Working with dual‑diagnosis patients.

Why Join Providence

Our best‑in‑class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, and we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.