Masters-Level Counselor — Substance Use Recovery

OVP HEALTH; Spencer (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

OVP Health Care is seeking a Counselor to assist patients in identifying and pursuing social, educational, vocational, and occupational goals, while helping them prepare for a drug-free life. You will work under the Operations Manager to ensure service delivery, policy adherence, and regulatory compliance.

The role includes conducting individual and group counseling sessions, maintaining comprehensive patient records, and developing formal treatment plans within the required timelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience with substance abuse patients.
• Ability to adhere to state and program policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions regularly per state regulation or treatment plan.
• Conduct group counseling sessions as required.
• Orient patients to the treatment program’s operation and procedures.
• Implement or revise patient treatment plans and record progress per policy.
• Develop a formal treatment plan within 10 days of entry documenting goals.
• Maintain complete, organized patient records.
• Maintain current knowledge on alcohol/drug abuse and addiction trends.

Skills

Counseling

Substance abuse treatment

Group counseling

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

OVP Health Care is seeking a Counselor to assist patients in identifying and pursuing social, educational, vocational, and occupational goals, while helping them prepare for a drug-free life. You will work under the Operations Manager to ensure service delivery, policy adherence, and regulatory compliance.

The role includes conducting individual and group counseling sessions, maintaining comprehensive patient records, and developing formal treatment plans within the required timelines.