Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery

Wooded Glen Recovery Center; Henryville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wooded Glen Recovery Center in Henryville, Indiana is seeking a Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery to provide treatment, counseling, and support to clients in their recovery from addictions and related disorders. The role includes client assessments, treatment planning, group and individual sessions, and collaboration with families and care teams.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of post‑Bachelor experience or a Master’s degree with 1+ year, plus current licensure or

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years post‑Bachelor experience or Master’s with 1+ year post‑Masters experience in addictions/therapy/counseling.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Must have current and valid licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, current presentation, risks, and ongoing clinical needs.
• Perform ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the program.
• Develop and review initial treatment plans and progress notes as required.
• Lead group counseling, individual or family sessions using evidence‑based modalities.
• Provide client and family education on substance abuse/psychiatric issues and aftercare planning.

Skills

Assessment

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services/related field

Master's degree in related field

Accredited degree

State licensure/certification

Job description

Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery | Wooded Glen Recovery Center | Henryville, Indiana

About the Job

The Counselor Two provides treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health disorders, assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of clients.

Education/Experience

• Requires Bachelor's degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor degree professional experience in the addictions or counseling field
• OR Master's degree in social services, addictions, mental health or closely related health services field with 1+ years of post-Masters degree professional experience in the addictions, therapy or counseling field
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Must have current and valid licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for conducting client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.
• Responsible for conducting ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the treatment program.
• Prepares and carries out client initial treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.
• Leads assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.
• Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.
• Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Provides crisis intervention and counseling to clients, as needed.
• Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.
• Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Conducts educational workshops both within the Hospital and in the community as required.
• Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.
• Evaluates the needs of the client to determine the appropriate level of care and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.

We seek talent, qualified employees regardless of race, gender/sex, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under state or federal law. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Why Wooded Glen Recovery Center?

Wooded Glen Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Wooded Glen Recovery Center is an EOE.