Substance Use Counselor

Ozark Center; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeman Health System’s Ozark Center is seeking a Substance Use Counselor to provide group and individual counseling to individuals and families affected by behavioral health and addiction issues.

You will work within a trauma-informed framework, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, complete assessments and rehabilitation plans, and maintain accurate records. This role supports dual recovery and adheres to agency policies, with on-site or telehealth options where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology or social work with licensure ability.
• Alternative CRAADC/CRADC/CADC certification criteria may apply.
• Prior experience with addiction and mental health populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide group counseling services to assigned clients.
• Provide individual counseling services to assigned clients.
• Assist in review of intakes and assessments.
• Assist in formulation of individualized rehabilitation plans for clients.
• Serve as a member of the client’s interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain and update client records and complete written reports.

Skills

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Trauma-informed care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree in psychology or social work

CRAADC/CRADC/CADC eligibility criteria

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Substance Use Counselor is a member of New Directions professional staff and is responsible for providing substance use services for individuals and families impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance use and mental health) issues. They provide services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance use and mental health) issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment. They will be trained in trauma-informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive which will prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received. They demonstrate welcoming, empathic, hopeful attitude, conveys a philosophy of dual recovery and is trained and/or experienced in working with severe mental illness and/or substance using diagnosed individuals to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide substance use support services. Substance Use Counselor reports directly to Clinical Supervisor.

Education

• Master's degree in psychology or social work field with ability for state licensure.
• Or, met the criteria for Certification as a Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC), Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRADC), or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC).

Work Experiences

• Prior work experiences with addiction and mental health populations are preferred, whether through employment history or higher education internships.

Responsibilities

• Provide group counseling services to assigned clients.
• Provide individual counseling services to assigned clients.
• As assigned assist in the review and evaluations of intakes and assessments.
• As assigned assist in the formulation of individualized rehabilitation plans for clients.
• As assigned, serve as a member of the client’s interdisciplinary team.
• Provide group education services to the clients as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings as scheduled.
• Provide information and education services to individuals, civic and professional groups as assigned.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
• Complete written reports to referral sources as needed and in a timely manner.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Maintain and improve professional competencies through in-services training and other educational activities.
• Follow agency policies and procedures as outlined in the Policy and Procedures Manual.

Physical Requirements

Normal office environment either on site or from home setting by provided telehealth equipment. Typical physical demands include prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, and stooping. Requires normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, and other office equipment as needed. Requires ability to work under stressful conditions and to work irregular hours and deal with irate individuals. TB test upon hire.

Freeman Health System

Locally owned and nationally recognized, Freeman Health System is a not-for-profit health system serving communities across Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kansas through a network of hospitals, physician clinics, outpatient locations, and specialty services. The system includes Freeman Hospital West, Freeman Hospital East, Freeman Neosho Hospital, and the Freeman Health System facilities in Bentonville, Springdale, Willow Creek, and Siloam Springs. Freeman Health System also operates Ozark Center - the region's largest provider of behavioral health services, and offers comprehensive cancer, cardiology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, and women's and children's services. The system is supported by more than 7,000 employees and is the only Children's Miracle Network Hospital in a 70-mile radius. For more information, visit Freeman Health System.