Substance Use Counselor — Evidence-Based Care & Impact

Regard Healthcare; Cummington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Regard Healthcare is seeking a dedicated counselor to support individuals battling addiction and mental health challenges. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, a Master’s degree is preferred, and CADC or LADC certification is required to practice.

You will conduct individual and group counseling, develop and implement programming based on client needs, apply evidence-based techniques, lead specialty groups when applicable, collaborate with the treatment team, monitor progress, and maintain accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required (Master's degree preferred).
• CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or LADC (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor) required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in counseling or related field.
• Appropriate certifications to lead specialty groups, meeting all regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for individuals with substance use challenges.
• Develop and implement programming based on clients' needs, goals, and diagnoses.
• Utilize evidence-based counseling techniques to address clients' unique needs.
• Lead specialty groups, if applicable, meeting all regulatory standards and certification requirements.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure coordinated care.
• Monitor and evaluate clients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Counseling

Group counseling

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree

Job description

Regard Healthcare is seeking a dedicated counselor to support individuals battling addiction and mental health challenges. A Bachelor’s Degree is required, a Master’s degree is preferred, and CADC or LADC certification is required to practice.

You will conduct individual and group counseling, develop and implement programming based on client needs, apply evidence-based techniques, lead specialty groups when applicable, collaborate with the treatment team, monitor progress, and maintain accurate