Counselor- Substance Use Disorder Program

Cass-County-Mental-Health-Association; Beardstown (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Yourchrc is seeking compassionate counselors in Beardstown, IL to help individuals and families facing substance use disorders. You will screen, assess, and plan treatment, and facilitate group sessions while coordinating with courts and referral sources.

Compliance with regulations and thorough paperwork are essential. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a bachelor’s degree, and/or relevant experience; CADC certification (or ability to obtain within 2 years) is required.

Qualifications

• Counseling individuals, families and groups for substance use issues.
• Screening, assessment and treatment planning required.
• Complete necessary paperwork and coordinate with courts/referral sources.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and facilitate individual and group sessions.
• Communicate with courts, probation and referral sources and complete paperwork.
• Adhere to surveys, site visits and applicable rules/regulations.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment

Treatment planning

Group sessions

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

CADC certification

Job description

Substance Use disorders are an epidemic in our community and we are searching for compassionate, reliable, highly motivated counselors to make a difference in the lives of those who are affected daily by substance use disorders.

Duties would include providing counseling for individuals, families and/or other groups regarding substance use issues. This includes screening, assessment, treatment planning and facilitating individual and group sessions, as well as communicating with the courts, probation, and other referral sources and completing necessary paperwork. The Counselor would comply with surveys, site visits, and all applicable rules and regulations.

Candidate must possess a high school diploma, a bachelors degree and/or experience is preferred. Possessing or having the ability to obtain certification (within 2 years) as a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC) is required. Candidate must be able to pass all required background checks and posses a valid driver's license is required.

** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status