Substance Use Counselor - Sign-On Bonus & Aftercare

Acadia Healthcare; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking qualified counselors to provide individual and group sessions for patients with substance use and behavioral health needs. The role includes initial assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with families and referral sources.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in social or health services, or equivalent, with 2+ years of counseling experience. A master’s degree or licensure may be preferred, and CPR/de-escalation training may be required by the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred or equivalent.
• Two or more years’ experience in counseling required.
• Or Bachelor’s degree in other field with four+ years experience in counseling; or Master’s degree in social/health services with one+ year experience.
• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state; CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• Provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.

Skills

Counseling skills

Interpersonal communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Bachelor's degree in other field

Master's degree in social or health services field

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking qualified counselors to provide individual and group sessions for patients with substance use and behavioral health needs. The role includes initial assessments, treatment planning, and coordination with families and referral sources.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in social or health services, or equivalent, with 2+ years of counseling experience. A master’s degree or licensure may be preferred, and CPR/de-escalation training may be required by the