Substance Abuse Counselor (Vandalia)

Atlantic Health Strategies™; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Job summary

A dedicated healthcare provider is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor in Vandalia, Ohio. This full-time role involves providing clinical care to individuals with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and offering client support. Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree and a current LCDC II license. Benefits include health care plans and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of substance use and co-occurring disorders, recovery models, and therapeutic principles.
• Current/Active LCDC II required; LCDC III, LICDC, or LICDC-CS preferred.
• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to individuals experiencing substance use disorders.
• Conduct assessments, individual, group, and family counseling.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Knowledge of substance use and co-occurring disorders

Computer proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree Required

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science Preferred

Current/Active LCDC II Required

LCDC III, LICDC, or LICDC-CS Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Telehealth platforms

Job description

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Recovery Works Healing Center is a purpose-driven provider of behavioral health services, dedicated to empowering individuals facing addiction and co‑occurring mental health challenges. Through compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized care, we guide clients from darkness into light with evidence‑based treatments, supportive housing, and youth‑focused services. Our vision is to create a community where everyone has access to the resources needed to achieve recovery, resilience, and holistic well‑being.

Our values—Compassion, Integrity, and Personalized Care—shape every aspect of our work and ensure we provide the highest quality support to those we serve.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and client‑focused Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Clinical Services team. In this full‑time, exempt role, you will provide direct clinical care to individuals experiencing substance use disorders, supporting them through therapeutic services, treatment planning, and recovery‑oriented interventions. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on client recovery within a compassionate, mission‑driven environment.

What You’ll Do

Client & Clinical Support

• Conduct assessments, individual, group, and family counseling, psychoeducation, urinalysis, and therapeutic behavioral services within licensure and supervision limits.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and the treatment team.
• Support clients in skill development, relapse prevention, and symptom management.
• Provide referrals and connect clients with community resources (housing, employment, healthcare, peer recovery supports).
• Assist clients with navigating medical, psychiatric, and social service systems.
• Respond to crises using de‑escalation techniques and assist in safety planning under supervision.
• Collaborate with case managers, therapists, referral sources, and family members to ensure continuity of care.

Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate documentation of services, assessments, and treatment plans in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational standards.
• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and case reviews.
• Uphold ethical standards, professional boundaries, and organizational policies.
• Engage in professional development and training, including supervision required for licensure.

Requirements

• Must be able to work one of the following shifts:
  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8 am–5 pm; Tuesday, Friday: 11 am–8 pm
  • Monday to Friday, 12 pm–9 pm
• Associate’s Degree Required; Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Behavioral Science Preferred
• Current/Active LCDC II Required; LCDC III, LICDC, or LICDC‑CS Preferred
• Knowledge of substance use and co‑occurring disorders, recovery models, and therapeutic principles.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, telehealth platforms).

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

About Recovery Works Healing Center

Recovery Works Healing Center is a purpose-driven provider of behavioral health services, dedicated to empowering individuals facing addiction and co‑occurring mental health challenges. Through compassionate, comprehensive, and personalized care, we guide clients from darkness into light with evidence‑based treatments, supportive housing, and youth‑focused services. Our vision is to create a community where everyone has access to the resources needed to achieve recovery, resilience, and holistic well‑being.

Our values—Compassion, Integrity, and Personalized Care—shape every aspect of our work and ensure we provide the highest quality support to those we serve.