IOP Counselor

Riveon

Lorain (OH)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Health insurance options

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

A community health organization in Lorain, Ohio seeks an Addiction Counselor responsible for delivering high-quality clinical services including individual and family counseling. Candidates must have a relevant Associate Degree, a valid clinic license in Ohio, and three years of relevant experience. The role offers full-time hours, a collaborative environment, and an array of benefits including extensive paid time off and wellness programs.

Qualifications

Three years of treatment or recovery experience required.
Valid clinical license in Ohio is necessary.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality services to assigned clients.
Conduct assessments and create treatment plans.
Engage families in the treatment process.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling skills

Understanding of addiction

Education

Associate Degree in Addictions Treatment and Prevention

Job description

Summary

The Addiction Counselor is responsible for routine duties of a Counselor, including, but not limited to, screening, assessment, treatment planning, education, referral, and documentation.

Essential Functions

Delivery of high‑quality, effective services to clients assigned to caseload and to meet appropriate clinical standards of care.

Delivery of clinical services including individual counseling, group counseling, family counseling, intensive outpatient services, requesting urinalysis, non‑medical community residential services, consultation, referral and information, intervention, hotline, training, outreach, crisis intervention, case management and adjunctive alcohol and drug services.

Assessment (excluding diagnosis) and treatment planning, including assessment of client’s strengths and weaknesses, developing treatment plans to prioritize and address identified problems, examining alternative solutions and developing plans of action.

Oversight of each case assigned to caseload. Orienting the client to the program, clinical reviews and clinical staffing, discharge planning and completion of daily progress notes.

Engaging the family of each client in the family treatment program. Delivery of program components as assigned. Weekly contact with referral sources for clients assigned to caseload.

Completion of all CQI data collection and implementation of all CQI corrective actions as assigned. Monthly participation in the Utilization Review and Peer Review programs. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must adhere to the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board’s Chemical Dependency Code of Ethics, demonstrate an understanding of addiction as an illness, and have three years of treatment or recovery experience. If in recovery, must have at least one year of continuous sobriety. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

Educational Requirements

Associate Degree with emphasis on Addictions Treatment and Prevention or equivalent preferred.

Certification Requirements

Must reside in Ohio and possess a valid clinical license in the state of Ohio. CDCA required. LCDCII, LPC, LSW or higher credential preferred.

Amount of Travel

Minimal, mostly confined to local travel.

Hours

Full‑time, 40 hours per week, 8am–4pm.

Salary Range

Placement within the pay scale is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug Free Workplace.