Substance Use Admissions Counselor – Outpatient Care

Greenville County Commission On Alcohol & Drug Abuse; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health benefits

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Flex Spending

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Greenville, SC is seeking an experienced admissions counselor to perform admissions intake, assessments, crisis intervention, and individualized treatment planning for substance use services in an outpatient setting.

The role involves collaboration with external agencies, documentation of client care, and participation in staffings, with potential after-hours work. A 4-year degree in human services is required, and a fully active state practice is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rehabilitative counseling principles applicable to substance use.
• Knowledge of psychology and related theories.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients and agencies.
• Ability to prepare and complete written reports.
• Skills in basic listening and counseling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes and assessments for new admissions.
• Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
• Develop Individualized Treatment Plans with client input.
• Make referrals to external or internal programs.
• Document client contacts in folders per guidelines.
• Participate in weekly treatment staffing for admissions feedback.
• Maintain relationships with external agencies via case management.
• Conduct individual or group counseling as ordered.
• Complete periodic client evaluations and reports promptly.
• Prepare periodic and required reports.
• Perform administrative duties related to client services.
• Support and model ERI values and a trauma-informed environment.
• Support Motivational Interviewing as core practice.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Serve on Commission committee(s) as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of rehabilitative counseling

Knowledge of psychology

Relationship building

Report preparation

Active listening & counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Job description

Paycom - ATS in Greenville, SC is seeking an experienced admissions counselor to perform admissions intake, assessments, crisis intervention, and individualized treatment planning for substance use services in an outpatient setting.

The role involves collaboration with external agencies, documentation of client care, and participation in staffings, with potential after-hours work. A 4-year degree in human services is required, and a fully active state practice is expected.