Residential Counselor — Addiction Recovery & Counseling

Northeast Treatment Center; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Recovery Center in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Residential Counselor to perform ASAM assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and coordinate initial and periodic plans to support recovery.

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling or a related field, at least 3 years of clinical experience, and strong skills in Word, Excel, time management and communication. Must be a team player who can multi-task.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (clinical specialty in administration or human services) or other DDAP approved field and 3 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency including 2 years in Addiction Recovery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel at the intermediate to advanced level
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Advanced oral and written communication skills to effectively problem-solve
• Must be a team player, patient, flexible, and able to multi-task

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive ASAM assessments with regards to needs and appropriate placement into the program; develops individualized treatment plans and coordinates initial and periodic plans.
• Maintain client records and required documentation according to agency and accreditation standards, including biopsychosocial assessment, IDAS, transition checklist, master treatment plan, and discharge summaries.
• Assess client needs and determine eligibility for services based on insurance coverage.
• Presents individual counseling sessions based on Relapse Prevention, Addictive Behaviors, and Co-occurring disorders.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Time management

Organization skills

Oral and written communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology or related field

Job description

Lehigh Recovery Center in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Residential Counselor to perform ASAM assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and coordinate initial and periodic plans to support recovery.

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling or a related field, at least 3 years of clinical experience, and strong skills in Word, Excel, time management and communication. Must be a team player who can multi-task.