Residential Substance Use Counselor II (CADC/LPC/LSW)

Alpharus Health; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Disability & Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Alpharus Health in Aurora, IL seeks a Substance Use Counselor II (CADC, LPC, or LSW) to assess clients, create treatment plans, and deliver counseling in a residential setting.

The role involves individual and group counseling, documenting progress, and coordinating case management while working with complex cases. A Bachelor's degree with CADC/LPC/LSW licensure and at least two years of related experience are required. Salary starts at $25.64–$30.00 per hour with merit reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education with at least 100 hours of clinical training in counseling theory and practice
• Current CADC/LPC/LSW licensure in state of hire
• Minimum 2 years of experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling
• Experience with residential treatment settings and population-specific care

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual and group counseling and educational programs
• Document treatment and discharge plans and progress
• Perform case management and contribute to client care monitoring
• Handle a caseload with complex cases and assist with discharge planning

Skills

Counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Alpharus Health in Aurora, IL seeks a Substance Use Counselor II (CADC, LPC, or LSW) to assess clients, create treatment plans, and deliver counseling in a residential setting.

The role involves individual and group counseling, documenting progress, and coordinating case management while working with complex cases. A Bachelor's degree with CADC/LPC/LSW licensure and at least two years of related experience are required. Salary starts at $25.64–$30.00 per hour with merit reviews.