Recovery Support Counselor: Groups, Crisis Care & Discharge

American Addiction Centers; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

American Addiction Centers in North Kingstown is seeking a Recovery Support Counselor to assist patients through recovery by facilitating educational and support groups. The counselor will provide individualized support by adhering to the clinical design of the program and fostering a customer service atmosphere.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, experience in substance use counseling, and crisis management skills. Full-time hours are from Sunday to Thursday, 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year experience working in substance use preferred.
• Experience in crisis management and de-escalation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate psycho-educational groups for clients.
• Perform individual counseling sessions for clients.
• Assist patients with urgent needs and in discharge planning.
• Document treatments and clinical reports in client records.

Skills

Crisis management

Counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Understanding of addiction

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Products

Job description

American Addiction Centers in North Kingstown is seeking a Recovery Support Counselor to assist patients through recovery by facilitating educational and support groups. The counselor will provide individualized support by adhering to the clinical design of the program and fostering a customer service atmosphere.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, experience in substance use counseling, and crisis management skills. Full-time hours are from Sunday to Thursday, 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM.