Substance Abuse Counselor II: Make an Impact

Gateway Foundation; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 35,321 - 44,468; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A national non-profit organization in Springfield, IL is seeking Residential Substance Abuse Counselors to provide essential services for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Responsibilities include completing assessments, counseling individuals and groups, and documenting client progress. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree, current CADC or licensure, and 2 years of relevant experience. Join a culture that values teamwork and professional growth, offering a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice.
• Minimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling.
• Experience with adolescent/adult populations and residential treatment settings.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history.
• Provide individual and group counseling as per treatment plans.
• Document treatment and discharge plans and clients’ progress.

Skills

Clinical training in counseling theory

Substance abuse counseling

Group counseling

Case management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Current CADC or higher licensure

Job description

A national non-profit organization in Springfield, IL is seeking Residential Substance Abuse Counselors to provide essential services for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Responsibilities include completing assessments, counseling individuals and groups, and documenting client progress. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree, current CADC or licensure, and 2 years of relevant experience. Join a culture that values teamwork and professional growth, offering a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package.