Onsite Addiction Counselor: Groups, Family & Crisis Support

Summit BHC; Port Matilda (Centre County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, PA is seeking a Licensed Counselor to provide treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in recovery from addictions and related mental health issues.

The role includes leading group and individual sessions, developing treatment plans, and coordinating with families and insurers. The position requires relevant education (bachelor’s with 3+ years or master’s with 1+ year), licensure, and CPR/de-escalation training.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree with 3+ years post-bachelor experience or master’s degree with 1+ year post-master experience in addictions/counseling.
• Licensure as social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required; first aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, current presentation, and treatment needs.
• Lead group, individual, or family sessions using evidence-based modalities.
• Prepare treatment plans and reviews; document progress and care.
• Provide crisis intervention and aftercare planning.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers and referral sources.

Skills

Client assessments

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation and reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field

Master's degree in social services or related field

Job description

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, PA is seeking a Licensed Counselor to provide treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in recovery from addictions and related mental health issues.

The role includes leading group and individual sessions, developing treatment plans, and coordinating with families and insurers. The position requires relevant education (bachelor’s with 3+ years or master’s with 1+ year), licensure, and CPR/de-escalation training.