Evening IOP Counselor — Addiction Therapy

NOLA Detox; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

NOLA Detox and Recovery Center in New Orleans seeks a Counselor to provide therapeutic services and coordinate patient care through recovery. You will work with nursing, medical, case management, and administrative staff to ensure patient-centered treatment.

The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning, with meticulous clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling or related field.
• Active licensure or licensure eligibility per state regulations.
• Experience with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions.
• Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments on admission.
• Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans with the team.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support as needed.
• Coordinate discharge plans and referrals to levels of care.
• Complete timely clinical documentation and maintain HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Decisiveness

Active listening

Empathy

Communication

Crisis management

Professional boundaries

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related behavioral health field

LPC/LCSW licensure or eligibility

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

NOLA Detox and Recovery Center in New Orleans seeks a Counselor to provide therapeutic services and coordinate patient care through recovery. You will work with nursing, medical, case management, and administrative staff to ensure patient-centered treatment.

The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning, with meticulous clinical documentation and HIPAA compliance.