Evening Substance Use Counselor – Group & Individual Support

Alpharus Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alpharus Health is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for the 2nd shift at our Chicago facility. The role involves facilitating group sessions, conducting individual counseling, and maintaining accurate client records. Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $23.16 per hour, with scheduled Tuesday through Saturday 3pm–11pm and a 3828 W.

Taylor address in Chicago, IL 60624. We require a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of six months of related experience in residential treatment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling required.
• Experience with residential treatment populations required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate group counseling sessions and educational programs.
• Conduct individual counseling for crises intervention and guidance.
• Document clients' progress and treatment responses.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date client records.
• Monitor clients in medication self-administration.
• Ensure client safety and well-being.
• Monitor client behavior during activities.
• Enforce house rules.
• Schedule and transport clients to appointments.
• Collect urine samples and administer breathalyzer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Documentation

Client safety

Education

High school diploma

6 months experience

Residential treatment experience

Tools

EMR / EHR systems

Job description

Alpharus Health is seeking a Substance Use Counselor for the 2nd shift at our Chicago facility. The role involves facilitating group sessions, conducting individual counseling, and maintaining accurate client records. Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $23.16 per hour, with scheduled Tuesday through Saturday 3pm–11pm and a 3828 W.

Taylor address in Chicago, IL 60624. We require a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of six months of related experience in residential treatment