Substance Abuse Counselor

BECAUSE WE CARE II INC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

BECAUSE WE CARE II INC in Norfolk, VA is seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor. In this role, you will manage a caseload of patients, helping them overcome various addiction issues by providing support and implementing tailored treatment plans.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, with strong communication skills and experience in substance abuse. You will uplift your clients and their families, fostering positive change and recovery.

Qualifications

• Compassionate outlook with an upbeat personality.
• Experience working with substance abuse is desired.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

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