Counselor- Recovery Services-Female Only

Advocates; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 23,582 - 33,587; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Worcester, Massachusetts is seeking a Counselor to provide cognitive and motivational services to individuals in substance use residential services. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of counseling experience in substance use. Responsibilities include clinical services, managing client risks, and facilitating recovery skills groups. The position offers a starting rate of $20.75/hour with first shift hours and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year supervised counseling experience in substance use disorder treatment or related field.
• Valid driver's license and access to insured auto.
• Ability to serve culturally diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services and treatment adherence monitoring.
• Manage client risk in collaboration with treatment teams.
• Facilitate weekly recovery skills groups.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Starting rate: $20.75/hour

The Counselor will provide a range of cognitive and motivational services to individuals referred to substance use residential services at Advocates, in order to promote successful reintegration into community living.

Employment Details

Shift: First Shift (Tuesday–Saturday).

Hours: Three days 10:00–18:00 and two days 08:00–16:00.

Minimum Education Required: High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Clinical services which may include treatment adherence monitoring, referrals to other services and levels of care (including detox, inpatient and residential care), health insurance application assistance, transportation, and communication with probation and the courts.
• Manage risk for all assigned clients as clinically indicated in collaboration with treatment team recommendations.
• Participation in Individual Service Plan development and coordination with all providers.
• Facilitate weekly groups to help develop and apply recovery skills.
• Provide discharge‑planning coordination.
• Attend and actively participate in all required meetings including Site Coordinating Committee meetings and Technical Assistance meetings.
• Attend and actively participate in all training courses and activities as required, to include BSAS and treatment trainings.
• Demonstrate a proactive commitment to maintaining effective communication with staff and those seeking services to facilitate and promote effective working relationships and superior customer service.
• Provide linkages to on‑going substance abuse, mental health & medical treatment as indicated.
• Involve collaterals in treatment to include, referral sources and family members.
• Complete all assigned documentation required per Advocates, Inc. protocol.
• Attend and actively participate in supervision and staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year supervised counseling experience in substance use disorder treatment or a closely related field.
• Proven ability to multitask and meet established deadlines. Outstanding customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Strongly prefer that a candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to facilitate beneficial working relationships with internal and external sources.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to insured auto.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.