Substance Use Counselor | Group Therapy & Recovery

Newport Mental Health; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Health and Dental Insurance

Accrued Vacation, Sick and Personal time

Up to 11 Paid Holidays

Retirement program through Mutual of America

Employer paid life insurance

Flexible spending account and dependent care accounts

Job summary

Newport Mental Health, based in Middletown, RI, is seeking a skilled individual to provide substance use counseling and lead group therapy sessions. The ideal candidate will have either an LCDP Certification in progress or a Bachelor's Degree in a social science field, exceptional communication skills, and a valid driver’s license for travel.

Join a mission-driven organization committed to improving lives through quality care. Benefits include excellent health insurance, accrued vacation time, and a retirement program.

Qualifications

• Exceptional verbal and writing skills to communicate across levels.
• Self-motivated and independent with prioritization abilities.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual substance use counseling according to policies.
• Lead group activities and therapy related to substance abuse.
• Participate in comprehensive team treatment planning.
• Collaborate to ensure client needs are met.
• Educate clients on substance abuse treatment issues.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and writing skills

Ability to communicate with diverse audiences

Self-motivated and independent

Education

LCDP Certification or Bachelor's Degree in social science

Job description

Newport Mental Health, based in Middletown, RI, is seeking a skilled individual to provide substance use counseling and lead group therapy sessions. The ideal candidate will have either an LCDP Certification in progress or a Bachelor's Degree in a social science field, exceptional communication skills, and a valid driver’s license for travel.

Join a mission-driven organization committed to improving lives through quality care. Benefits include excellent health insurance, accrued vacation time, and a retirement program.