Substance Abuse Counselor

Avenues Recovery; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

HRSA loan repayment eligibility

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center is hiring counselors and therapists for our inpatient Detox and Residential treatment facility in North Chesterfield, VA. Join a nationwide network delivering detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services with a strong emphasis on evidence-based care.

Master's degree in psychology or counseling is required, along with Virginia licensure or certification to practice. Excellent communication and a compassionate, confidential approach are essential for collaboration

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required.
• Valid Virginia licensure/certification to practice in this role (CSAC, Social Work Supervisee, Resident in Counseling, LCSW, LPC, LSATP).
• Strong observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
• Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
• Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
• Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
• Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
• Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
• Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty, accountability, dignity and respect

Skills

Observational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related field

Job description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 21 locations across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you! Now Hiring counselors and therapists for our newest inpatient Detox and Residential treatment facility, in North Chesterfield, VA.

What You'll Do

• Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for each client
• Conduct individual, group, family and couple therapy sessions
• Take responsibility for all clinical needs, services, and aftercare for your client caseload
• Prevent, intervene and de-escalate in event of a crisis
• Maintain impeccable documentation of client challenges, progress, relapse risk, and intervention
• Collaborate with Clinical Director, treatment team and family for seamless coordination of care
• Model ethics, morality and recovery principles in every professional interaction - honesty,
  accountability, dignity and respect

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required.
• Valid state Virginia licensure/certification necessary to practice in this role- CSAC, Social Work Supervisee, Resident in Counseling, LCSW, LPC, LSATP
• Excellent observational, collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Compassionate, dignified character which models recovery principles
• Ability to set strong boundaries and maintain absolute confidentiality

Why Join Us

Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is
pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource
they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family,
you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:

• 401K with employer match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long -Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
• LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
• Legal Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
• Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment

Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!