Substance Use Counselor – Individual & Group Therapy

WestCare Inc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc is seeking licensed counselors to deliver individual, group, and family counseling to clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in Saint Petersburg, FL. The role includes psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, progress notes, and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.

Applicants should have a 4-year degree and at least 2 years of counseling experience, with CAP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of counseling experience in similar settings.
• CAP certification preferred.
• Experience with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders is preferred.
• Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling for substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Conduct screenings and assessments; develop and update individualized treatment plans.
• Use evidence-based counseling approaches to treat emotional and behavioral conditions.
• Deliver services via secure distance platforms when appropriate, ensuring consent and confidentiality.
• Assess client needs and coordinate with ancillary services and referrals.
• Conduct intake interviews and determine eligibility for services.

Skills

Counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Documentation & compliance

Communication skills

Bilingual proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in counseling or related field

CAP certification preferred

Job description

WestCare Inc is seeking licensed counselors to deliver individual, group, and family counseling to clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in Saint Petersburg, FL. The role includes psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, progress notes, and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.

Applicants should have a 4-year degree and at least 2 years of counseling experience, with CAP preferred.