Counselor/Therapist - Residential

Mainspring Recovery; Dumfries (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recovery organization is seeking a dedicated Counselor for a full-time role in Dumfries, Virginia. The ideal candidate will support individuals in their recovery journey through comprehensive counseling and treatment plans. This position requires a strong background in addiction treatment and excellent communication skills. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals overcoming substance use disorders.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in substance abuse/addiction treatment.
• Experience with individual and group counseling.
• Knowledge of documentation and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete intake assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group activities.
• Collaborate with Case Management and maintain documentation.

Skills

Documentation skills

De-escalation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Art therapy skills

Familiarity with 12-step recovery programs

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Master's degree in Addictions Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related field

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a related field with experience

Tools

Electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dumfries, VA

Position Type: Full-time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Direct Care

Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counselor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in substance abuse/addiction treatment and a passion for helping individuals navigate their recovery journey. In this role, you'll help clients ages 18+ to break the cycle of addiction and return to their families and communities from a place of resilience. This role involves providing support, guidance, and counseling to clients dealing with substance use disorders, ensuring they receive the necessary tools and resources for a successful recovery.

Responsibilities Include:

• Completion of intake after pre-assessment.
• Developing individualized service and treatment plans.
• Presenting clients in treatment team meetings.
• Conducting individual counseling sessions with clients.
• Conducting didactic lectures, client groups, and other therapeutic activities.
• Maintaining contact with appropriate individuals.
• Working hand and hand with Case Management, along with other teams involved in client treatment and recovery journey.
• Supporting discharge and referral planning.
• Responsible for meeting documentation requirements for all accreditations, state license guidelines and for billing purposes in a timely and complete manner.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS

• Master's degree in Addictions Counseling, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Human Services,or related field preferred. In lieu of Masters education, Bachelors or Associates education in related field with experience working in substance abuse/addiction treatment required.
• License preferred: LSATP, LPC, LCSW, LMFT (or under supervision)

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a human service, substance abuse/addiction treatment or other related setting.
• Experience with an electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation.
• Experience with individual and group counseling.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Familiarity with 12-step recovery programs.
• Documentation skills.
• De-escalation skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Art therapy skills.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) fluency preferred.

Mainspring Recovery conducts as needed, job-related background checks, fingerprints, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history and/or reference checks prior to employment.

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Job Type:Full-time, direct care position, 40 hours per week, 8:00am-4:30pm, some evenings, holidays, and weekends.