Substance Use Counselor — ACT Team (Nonprofit)

Start Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

13 paid holidays per year

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Start Corporation in New Orleans is seeking a Substance Use Specialist to support individuals on their recovery journey. This role focuses on counseling, case management, and coordinating community resources.

The position requires a degree in a social services field and experience with substance use populations. Candidates must be 18+, hold a valid driver’s license, and meet background requirements for Medicaid billing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in social services field (preferred).
• Minimum of one year of specialized training or supervision experience in populations with substance use (required).
• Be over 18 years of age (required).
• Possess a valid driver’s license (required).
• No restrictions or adverse actions that would disqualify for Medicaid or other billing (required).

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop a treatment plan addressing behavioral health and co-occurring disorders.
• Identifies risk and responds appropriately.
• Teaches daily living skills, social skills, and household management.
• Provides counseling, support, and referrals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintains professionalism conducive to recovery and overall wellness.
• Arranges services from community resources based on individualized treatment plans.
• Sets treatment plan goals within 30 days of admission and updates every 3 months.
• Conducts group sessions and treatment per ACT Fidelity Manual with supervision.
• Performs case maintenance: narratives, reports, and summaries.
• Collaborates with facility staff; conducts data analysis to identify needs for services.
• Maintains clear driving record to transport clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Program Director.

Skills

Empathy & active listening

Professional relationships

Behavioral health knowledge

Boundaries & ethics

Resource referral skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in social services

Job description

Start Corporation in New Orleans is seeking a Substance Use Specialist to support individuals on their recovery journey. This role focuses on counseling, case management, and coordinating community resources.

The position requires a degree in a social services field and experience with substance use populations. Candidates must be 18+, hold a valid driver’s license, and meet background requirements for Medicaid billing.