Counselor-Outpatient Addiction Treatment

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Substance Use Counselor to join their dynamic team. This rewarding position involves providing individual, group, and family counseling services to clients facing substance use disorders in a supportive and culturally sensitive environment. With a commitment to healing and wholeness, this organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible paydays and opportunities for advancement. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and possess the necessary qualifications, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

On Demand Flexible Paydays

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Paid training

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling preferred.
• Professional certification or licensure within one year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to adults with substance use disorders.
• Coordinate and facilitate group and individual counseling sessions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organization skills

Presentation skills

PC/computer skills

Experience in substance use treatment

Adherence to professional ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Pay Competitive

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice, and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a full-time Substance Use Counselor, Tuesday through Friday. Will provide individual, group, and family counseling services for clients experiencing SUDs and substance-related issues in a clinical and culturally sensitive manner for our Substance Use Outpatient treatment program.

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary: $18.00-$22.00/Hour.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Provide a continuum of counseling services to adults with alcohol/drug related conditions and/or problems using a variety of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate and facilitate group and individual counseling sessions (ASAM Levels 0.5, I, II.1, continuing care, DUI) and psychoeducation.
• Responsible for an assigned caseload and the associated documentation, including treatment planning, continuing care, case management, and discharge plans; monitors progress and participants' response to treatment.
• Communicate with referral sources to provide status reports and completion/discharge documentation.
• Complete evaluations.
• Maintain weekly performance productivity.
• Complete all clinical records and documentation accurately in a timely manner and in compliance with state, federal, and agency standards; provide appropriate documentation of all pertinent information obtained in interviews, consultation with other healthcare professionals, referrals, contacts, and supportive services provided to each patient.
• Assist program team with input during weekly staff meetings and covering services when other clinical staff are absent. Flexibility intake team by completing assessments (biopsychosocial).
• Maintain professional certification or licensure and pursue internal and/or external training and development opportunities.
• Communicate with supervisor, treatment team, and collateral agencies regarding client needs and services.
• Be familiar with all emergency procedures.
• Perform other related tasks as needed or assigned by supervisor.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field strongly preferred but not required.
• Professional certification or licensure (LSW, LCSW, LCPC, or CADC) within one year of hire date.
• Experience in substance use treatment field preferred.
• Ability to adhere to professional standards of ethics.
• Annual TB test required.
• Background check required.
• Experience using Zoom or other telehealth platforms.
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation, and PC/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office--Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) along with other related software.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the company

LSSI is a not-for-profit social services agency serving people of all faiths and all walks of life, including children, families, and adults.