Substance Abuse Counselor

S.M.I.L.E. INC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

S.M.I.L.E. INC is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team. You will manage a caseload of patients seeking treatment, offering resources and support to help them overcome addiction.

The role involves creating and implementing treatment options and identifying core issues contributing to abuse. The ideal candidate is compassionate with strong communication skills. Responsibilities include working with patients and families to create realistic, lasting change and providing uplift and

Qualifications

• Must hold state licensure for substance abuse counseling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with individuals dealing with addiction.

Responsibilities

• Handle a manageable caseload of patients.
• Identify core underlying issues contributing to history of substance abuse.
• Create and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient.
• Uplift and support patients and families to foster lasting change.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

State licensure for substance abuse counseling

Job description

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