Counselor II - Senior Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Alcohol & Drug Counselor (Counselor II) to provide chemical dependency counseling for patients and families. The role includes assessments, treatment planning, and counseling groups within a supportive team.

Requires CADC or IC&RC credentials, licensure, and 2+ years of substance abuse counseling. Full-time with DailyPay benefits and a competitive wage of $24.05–$26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• CADC or IC&RC certification required or licensure.
• Two years' experience in substance abuse counseling preferred.
• Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to promote positive behavior and manage resistant behavior.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessment of each client.
• Initiate and sustain motivation to participate in treatment.
• Develop a comprehensive service plan for each client.
• Provide daily treatment and curriculum-based education groups.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Communication

Empathy

Education

CADC Certification

IC & RC Certification

Current licensure

LPC/LSW/LCPC

Job description

Senior Alcohol & Drug Counselor - Counselor II

24.05-26.00/hour

Full-Time

DailyPay Available

Location: Abraxas Youth and Family Services - Southwood Interventions

Address: 5701 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60636

Make an Impact Every Day

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About Abraxas Youth and Family Services

For more than 30 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay - Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You’ll Do

As a Counselor, in conjunction with supervisor and treatment team, you will provide chemical dependency counseling services to patients and their families/collaterals through assessment and design, implementation, and revision of treatment plan. And, you will and provide group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination and crisis intervention services to clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Complete assessment of each client
• Initiate and sustain each individual's motivation to participate in treatment.
• Develop a comprehensive service plan for each client.
• Provide daily treatment and curriculum-based education groups.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• PositiveCommitted to Helping Others

Qualifications

Required:

• IAODAPCA certification as CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG COUNSELOR (CADC)
• OR
• IC&RC Counselor certification CRADC, CSADC, CAADC or LSW, LCSW, LPC, or LCPC
• Current licensure, CADC, or IC & RC required
• LPC or LSW or LCSW or LCPC ( LCPC preferred)
• Two (2) years' experience working with Substance abuse. Preferred.
• Two (2) years of counseling experience.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to exercise discretion and use independent judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to promote positive behavior and manage resistant behavior.

Other Qualifications:

• Ability to promote positive behavior and manage resistant behavior.
• Physical ability to safely and effectively manage aggressive behavior.
• Assertiveness, confidence and leadership abilities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
• Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Varied shifts

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

About Our Organization

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is part of the Imperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.