Counselor II: Substance Use Therapy & Community Impact

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Part 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

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Abraxas Youth and Family Services – Woodridge Interventions in Woodridge, IL is seeking a part-time Counselor II to provide chemical dependency counseling to patients and families. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, and crisis intervention as part of a treatment team.

The ideal candidate holds current licensure (LSW, LPC or CADC), has 2+ years in substance abuse counseling, and demonstrates compassion, reliability, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current licensure - LSW, LPC or CADC.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Helping Others

Job description

Abraxas Youth and Family Services – Woodridge Interventions in Woodridge, IL is seeking a part-time Counselor II to provide chemical dependency counseling to patients and families. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, and crisis intervention as part of a treatment team.

The ideal candidate holds current licensure (LSW, LPC or CADC), has 2+ years in substance abuse counseling, and demonstrates compassion, reliability, and teamwork.