Counselor I (Substance Use) – Training & Growth

Abraxas Youth and Family Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Career Advancement Opportunities

Make a Difference Every Day

Support Individuals and Families

Strengthen Communities

Job summary

Abraxas Youth and Family Services in Chicago, IL is seeking a Counselor I to deliver chemical dependency counseling to patients and their families. You will work with a treatment team to assess, design, implement, and revise treatment plans and provide group and individual sessions.

Qualified candidates will have IAODAPCA CADC certification and relevant licensure options; strong communication and crisis intervention skills are essential.

Qualifications

• IAODAPCA certification CADC, or above.
• LSW, LCSW, LPC, or LCPC preferred or required as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients and initiate treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling.
• Coordinate services and crisis interventions for clients with substance use disorders.
• Support families and collaterals in treatment planning.

Skills

IAODAPCA CADC cert

LSW/LCSW/LPC/LCPC

Job description

Abraxas Youth and Family Services in Chicago, IL is seeking a Counselor I to deliver chemical dependency counseling to patients and their families. You will work with a treatment team to assess, design, implement, and revise treatment plans and provide group and individual sessions.

Qualified candidates will have IAODAPCA CADC certification and relevant licensure options; strong communication and crisis intervention skills are essential.