Substance Abuse Counselor

The Salvation Army; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Plan

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

A community service organization in Mobile, Alabama, is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide individual and group counseling for treatment and recovery from substance abuse. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, and be certified or eligible for certification as a substance abuse counselor. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, maintaining case files, and utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques. This position offers a full-time role with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field (preferred).
• Certified as a substance abuse counselor or licensed as LPC, LMFT, or LCSW (or ability to achieve certification in first 24 months).
• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in substance abuse or mental health field.

Responsibilities

• Provides counseling for substance abuse treatment and recovery.
• Develops individualized treatment plans for consumers.
• Conducts therapeutic counseling sessions and maintains electronic case files.

Skills

Counseling techniques

Individual and group counseling

Motivational interviewing

Cognitive therapy techniques

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Job description

ALM-Coastal AL DWL A2040 - Mobile, AL 36604

Salary Range: $16.50 - $17.00 Hourly

Position Type: Full Time Regular

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Category: Case Management

Schedule / Hours

M – F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Responsibilities

Provides individual, family, and group counseling in relation to the treatment and recovery of substance abuse. Prepares and maintains up-to-date electronic case notes, consumer records and reports. Meets with the Clinical Director and other staff to coordinate treatment objectives and outcomes. Utilizes evidence-based counseling techniques including but not limited to motivational interviewing, 12 Step counseling, cognitive therapy techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops individualized treatment plans in relation to the progress of each consumer. Ensures treatment plans address the physical, emotional, vocational, social, and spiritual needs of each consumer. Maintains electronic case files.
• Conducts substance abuse therapeutic/rehabilitation counseling sessions. Conducts individual sessions for consumers. Utilizes evidence-based counseling techniques including but not limited to motivational interviewing, 12 Step counseling, cognitive therapy techniques.
• Participates in staff meetings and general case reviews during staffing and other program business. Maintains community contact for appropriate referrals and supplemental services

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
• Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking
• Work requires performance of duties in social services environments where exposure to communicable and infectious diseases are possible.

Employee Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Health Plan & Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan and more!

What We Are Looking For In You

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Behavioral Science or a related field (preferred) AND
• Certified as a substance abuse counselor through NAADAC or AADAA or licensed as an LPC, LMFT, or LCSW (or ability to achieve certification within first 24 months of employment) OR
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Science or a related field; can be licensed bachelor level social worker or a Registered Nurse and holds a substance abuse counselor certification or two years clinical experience in the substance abuse or mental health field OR
• Any equivalent experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid State Driver’s License
• Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (as outlined above)

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