Per Diem Substance Abuse Therapist (Evenings/Weekends)

Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital; Gloucester City (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a per diem Therapist/Substance Abuse Counselor to join our adjunctive therapy team onsite. You will facilitate 2-3 therapeutic or activity-based groups daily, conduct individual sessions, and complete assessments for adults with acute psychiatric illness and dual diagnosis.

This role emphasizes trauma-informed and recovery-based practices within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling is required or preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing mental health/addictions counseling.
• Experience in group sessions in psychiatric inpatient facilities preferred.
• Experience or training in counseling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts a variety of evidence-based psychotherapeutic group interventions.
• Conducts group therapy sessions with patients to support wellness and recovery.
• Works with evening and weekend staff to ensure safety needs are met.
• Observes, assesses, records and reports patient behavior in treatment documentation.

Education

Master’s degree in counseling

Licensure: LAC, LPC, CADC, LCADC (or Eligible for Licensure)

Job description

Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a per diem Therapist/Substance Abuse Counselor to join our adjunctive therapy team onsite. You will facilitate 2-3 therapeutic or activity-based groups daily, conduct individual sessions, and complete assessments for adults with acute psychiatric illness and dual diagnosis.

This role emphasizes trauma-informed and recovery-based practices within a multidisciplinary team.