Substance Use Counselor: Guide Recovery & Education

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government seeks a qualified counselor to aid individuals and families dealing with substance abuse. The role entails counseling, evaluating needs, and adapting treatment plans while coordinating with social services and housing resources.

The position works independently under limited supervision and reports major activities in periodic meetings. Essential duties include leading group sessions, referring clients to services, documenting progress, and participating in staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social or human services or related discipline required.
• Kentucky credentials: TCADC or CADC.
• Or high school diploma/GED with CADCA1 or CADCA2.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates group sessions to discuss issues and provide substance use education.
• Counsels and refers clients to social services, medical care, housing, and employment programs.
• Evaluates client needs and develops goals and treatment plans; monitors progress.
• Interviews clients to gather history on economics, legal, family, lifestyle, and medical factors.
• Explains program eligibility, guidelines, and clinic fees to clients and families.
• Participates in staff development and quality assurance activities.
• Documents client progress, prepares reports, and maintains records.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social or human services

Temporary Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (TCADC)

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

High school diploma or GED

CADCA1

CADCA2

Job description

Louisville Metro Government seeks a qualified counselor to aid individuals and families dealing with substance abuse. The role entails counseling, evaluating needs, and adapting treatment plans while coordinating with social services and housing resources.

The position works independently under limited supervision and reports major activities in periodic meetings. Essential duties include leading group sessions, referring clients to services, documenting progress, and participating in staff