Counselor or Social Worker

Community Health Alliance-Ohio; Hamilton, Franklin (OH, OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HRA

PTO & holidays

Retirement plan with company match

Life insurance

Training opportunities

Licensure supervision

License reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Community Health Alliance-Ohio seeks an experienced Counselor or Social Worker to provide behavioral health counseling in a residential substance treatment setting. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, group and individual therapy, and care coordination with an interdisciplinary team.

Position is weekend-based (Saturdays and/or Sundays), with 4–8 hours per day and mileage reimbursement for travel to Hamilton and Franklin. Compensation depends on education, experience, and licensure.

Qualifications

• CDC-A (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) certification in Ohio
• 6 months of counseling experience (individual and group)
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Office, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to navigate electronic health record systems
• Supports harm reduction and MAT as best practice

Responsibilities

• Utilizes a trauma-informed approach to client care.
• Performs individual, group and crisis intervention counseling and therapy.
• Conducts assessments and formulates diagnostic impressions via interviews.
• Facilitates group therapy using evidence-based curricula.
• Develops client-centered treatment plans based on client needs.
• Assists clients in crisis with appropriate interventions.
• Develops transition and discharge plans.
• Engages family in treatment and discharge planning.
• Maintains timely documentation in the EMR.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Documentation in EMR

Harm reduction philosophy

Education

4 Year Degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Electronic Health Record systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hamilton, OH 45011

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Shift: Day

Community Health Alliance is seeking an experienced Counselor or Social Worker to provide behavioral health counseling to individuals and groups in a residential substance treatment facility setting. This position is ideal for a dedicated professional who is passionate about working with those struggling with substance use disorders and believes in recovery utilizing an evidenced based multi-disciplinary team approach.

If you are passionate about working with those struggling with substance use disorders and believes in recovery utilizing an evidenced based multi-disciplinary team approach.

This position is a weekend position for Saturdays and/or Sundays. Hours are flexible and would be between 4-8 hours per day. Driving to Hamilton and Franklin would be required and mileage reimbursement and compensation for travel time included.

Compensation is based on level of education, experience and licensure.

Why Join Community Health Alliance?

At Community Health Alliance, our Substance Abuse Counselors play a vital role in ensuring that our clients receive exceptional care. You'll join a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, innovation, professional growth, and clinical excellence.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• Retirement plan with company match - up to 6%
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee training and continued education opportunities
• Free licensure supervision
• License reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• A collaborative and mission driven culture

What You'll Do

• Utilizes a trauma-informed approach to client care.
• Performs individual, group and crisis intervention counseling and therapy.
• Conducts assessments and formulates diagnostic impressions by conducting individual/family interviews.
• Facilitates group therapy utilizing evidence-based curricula.
• Develop client-centered treatment plans based on the needs, strengths, abilities and preferences of the client.
• Assists clients in crisis by evaluating and providing appropriate interventions.
• Develops plans for transition and discharge.
• Engages family and supportive others in treatment, transition and discharge planning processes.
• Evaluates clients’ progress towards goals, utilizes motivational enhancement strategies and determines appropriate interventions/modalities based on the individualized needs of each client.
• Promotes participation in self-help and recovery support groups.Effectively communicates and coordinates with treatment team members and referral sources.
• Maintains accurate, complete, concise and timely documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• CDC-A (Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant) certification in the State of Ohio
• Must have 6 months of experience providing individual and group counseling services
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams
• Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems
• Adopts a harm reduction philosophy and supports the utilization of medication-assisted treatments as a best practice

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred candidates who hold a LCDCII, LCDCIII, LSW, LPC, LICDC, LISW or LPCC license
• Preferred candidate will hold an Associates/Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or a related Human Service Field or equivalency
• Knowledge of the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) and ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) criteria
• Knowledge of and experience cognitive behavioral therapeutic modalities and trauma-informed care

Community Health Alliance is a leading provider of behavioral health and human services, delivering high-quality mental health and substance use treatment across a comprehensive continuum of care. We are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based services that empower individuals to achieve recovery, improve their well-being, and reach their highest potential.

Our integrated approach brings together prevention, treatment, recovery support, and community-based services to ensure individuals and families have access to the care they need, when they need it. Through innovation, collaboration, and a person-centered philosophy, we work to improve access to care, strengthen communities, and create lasting positive outcomes.

At Community Health Alliance, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to build a healthier, more hopeful future. Our dedicated team is committed to making a meaningful difference by delivering exceptional care, fostering hope, and empowering the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

Community Health Alliance, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.