On-Call/Part-Time Substance Use Counselor (Residential)

Alpharus Health; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alpharus Health is seeking an on-call, part-time Substance Use Counselor in Aurora, IL. The position supports residential/outpatient services, providing group and individual counseling, and documenting client progress.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months in counseling within a residential setting. Shifts include days, evenings, and weekends with no guaranteed weekly hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling.
• Related work experience with a program-specific population in residential treatment settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate group counseling sessions, educational programs, and lectures to assist clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
• Conduct individual counseling to provide crisis intervention, support and guidance, and address client behaviors and personal problems.
• Document clients' progress and responses to treatment.
• Maintain client records; ensure records are complete, accurate and up to date.
• Monitor clients in medication self-administration and ensure client safety.
• Monitor client behavior during social, recreational, or daily activities.
• Enforce house rules and coordinate transportation to appointments.

Skills

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Record keeping

Client transport

Safety monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Alpharus Health is seeking an on-call, part-time Substance Use Counselor in Aurora, IL. The position supports residential/outpatient services, providing group and individual counseling, and documenting client progress.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months in counseling within a residential setting. Shifts include days, evenings, and weekends with no guaranteed weekly hours.