Substance Abuse Counselor I — Healing & Recovery Impact

Texas Health and Human Services; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Terrell, TX is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor I to perform routine journey-level counseling for individuals with alcohol and other substance use disorders. The role emphasizes assessments, counseling, psycho-educational classes, and aftercare planning in a state hospital setting.

The position requires at least six months in behavioral health, LICDC/LCDP credentials, and strong documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Six months’ experience in behavioral health settings.
• Experience in individual counseling and group counseling.
• Documentation accuracy and timeliness required.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess individuals to determine eligibility for substance use treatment and services.
• Provide individual and group counseling and rehabilitative programming.
• Maintain confidential client records and progress notes per HHSC/DSHS standards.
• Assist with discharge planning and aftercare coordination.
• Support disaster response and COOP activation as needed.

Skills

Counseling skills

HIPAA knowledge

Rapport building

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Education

Clinical Internship and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Terrell, TX is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor I to perform routine journey-level counseling for individuals with alcohol and other substance use disorders. The role emphasizes assessments, counseling, psycho-educational classes, and aftercare planning in a state hospital setting.

The position requires at least six months in behavioral health, LICDC/LCDP credentials, and strong documentation practices.