Substance Abuse Counselor

L&g Support And Resources Co; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate Substance Abuse Counselor to manage a caseload of patients. You will identify core issues related to addiction and create tailored treatment plans to support patients and their families. Strong communication skills and state licensure are required, along with experience in the field of substance abuse. Join a supportive team dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting change.

Qualifications

• Licensure with the state desired.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with people struggling with addiction.

Responsibilities

• Handle a manageable caseload of patients.
• Identify core underlying issues contributing to substance abuse.
• Create and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Support patients and their families to create lasting change.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate outlook

Experience with substance abuse

Education

Licensure with the state

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team! As a Substance Abuse Counselor on the team, you will be handling a manageable caseload of patients looking to you for treatment and help to overcome a wide variety of addiction issues. Your role will be to support and uplift your clients, offering resources and support for them, creating and implementing treatment options, and identifying core issues that could be contributing to their abuse. The ideal candidate is compassionate, has excellent communication skills, and has experience working with people struggling with addiction and abuse.

Responsibilities

• Handle a manageable caseload of patients
• Identify core underlying issues that may be contributing to a history of substance abuse
• Create and implement treatment plans that fit each patient
• Uplift and support patients, working with them and their families to help create realistic, lasting change

Qualifications

• Licensure with the state desired
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong compassionate outlook, with an upbeat and positive personality
• Experience working with substance abuse desired