Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor — Supervisory & Training Role

InterCommunity, Inc.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

InterCommunity, Inc. seeks an experienced counselor with knowledge of substance abuse treatment. The role involves individual, family and group counseling using evidence-based techniques and supervision by a licensed therapist to guide clients toward abstinence and recovery.

You will coordinate care with other providers, ensure aftercare planning, and serve as a trainer for new clinicians and interns. Schedule includes Sunday-Thursday evenings with mandatory meetings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and CT licensure (LMSW/LCSW/LPC) with two years related experience.
• Experience in Recovery-Oriented System of Care and supervisory experience.
• Ability to work with individuals, families and groups.

Responsibilities

• Appropriately assesses client treatment needs and provides treatment recommendations.
• Provides individual, family and group counseling using evidence based techniques under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Coordinates treatment with other providers to ensure best client care.
• Ensures appropriate aftercare plan for all assigned clients.
• Provides training and orientation to all new clinicians and interns.
• Effectively manages crisis situations.
• Documents in the clinical record according to requirements of the regulatory agencies.
• Follows the utilization review process.
• Required to transport clients in personal or Agency vehicle.
• Provides a safe and nurturing environment for children when client is engaged in specific services and adjustment periods.
• In the event of staff shortage, may be required to work past scheduled hours until a relief staff can be found.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Job description

InterCommunity, Inc. seeks an experienced counselor with knowledge of substance abuse treatment. The role involves individual, family and group counseling using evidence-based techniques and supervision by a licensed therapist to guide clients toward abstinence and recovery.

You will coordinate care with other providers, ensure aftercare planning, and serve as a trainer for new clinicians and interns. Schedule includes Sunday-Thursday evenings with mandatory meetings.