Substance Use Counselor (CV1269-1) - Reentry Services Division

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is seeking a dedicated Substance Use Counselor to join our Behavioral Health & Reentry Services team. You’ll serve as a primary provider of clinical support for individuals pursuing recovery and reintegration in a treatment-centered environment.

You will conduct client assessments, develop recovery-focused plans, and facilitate individual and group counseling while coordinating with internal and external resources to support sustainable recovery.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional qualified to provide alcohol and drug counseling.
• Experience with substance use, behavioral challenges, and group dynamics.
• Ability to pass background and drug screening; valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Complete client assessments to determine needs and levels of care.
• Develop and revise client-centered, recovery-oriented service plans.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions and facilitate groups.
• Link clients to internal and external support services and community resources.
• Monitor progress, document outcomes, and ensure funding compliance.
• Coordinate treatment across teams and assist with discharge planning.
• Provide licensed counseling support across programs as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and QA activities.
• Support client housing environment through house meetings participation.

Skills

Substance use counseling

Group therapy

Assessment & case planning

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

NJ LCADC / CADC or equivalent license

Job description

Substance Use Counselor

Guide recovery. Provide support. Change lives.

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is seeking a dedicated Substance Use Counselor to join our Behavioral Health & Reentry Services team. In this role, you’ll serve as a primary provider of clinical support for individuals working toward recovery and reintegration, delivering structured counseling services in a supportive, treatment-centered environment.

What You’ll Do

• Complete client assessments using agency-approved tools to determine counseling needs and appropriate levels of care
• Develop, implement, and revise client-centered, recovery-oriented service plans
• Conduct individual counseling sessions and facilitate therapeutic groups
• Link clients to internal and external support services and community resources
• Monitor client progress, document outcomes, and maintain compliance with funding standards
• Coordinate treatment across interdisciplinary teams and collaborate on discharge planning
• Provide licensed counseling support to clients across multiple programs as needed
• Participate in team meetings, in-service training, and quality assurance activities
• Support client housing environment through participation in house meetings

What You Need

• NJ LCADC, CADC, or another licensed health professional qualified to provide alcohol and drug counseling
• Experience working with substance use, behavioral challenges, and group dynamics
• Solid understanding of social learning theory and cognitive-behavioral interventions preferred
• Proficiency in client assessment, case planning, and documentation
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to manage caseload data effectively
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency driving standards
• Ability to pass criminal background and drug screening
• Bilingual fluency is a plus

Why This Role Matters

• This role is at the heart of the recovery journey for clients navigating behavioral health challenges. You’ll provide essential counseling and care that helps individuals achieve sustainable recovery and personal growth- restoring lives, families, and futures.

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