Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor

Liberty Resources; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team atmosphere

Competitive compensation and PTO

Family-friendly workplace

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Continuing Education Opportunities

Job summary

Liberty Resources is seeking a Substance Use Group Counselor in New York to facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals facing substance use disorders. You will educate, support, and guide clients toward coping skills and recovery in a structured treatment environment.

You will collaborate with clients, families, and a multidisciplinary team, documenting progress, maintaining confidential records, and ensuring a safe, empathetic environment with a focus on relapse prevention and mental

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with conflict-resolution ability.
• Knowledge of addiction treatment models and mental health disorders.
• Ability to create a positive, structured group environment and document care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group counseling sessions focused on addiction recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, and mental health.
• Monitors client interaction and behaviors; role model for participants.
• Writes group and individual progress notes to document interactions and services.
• Contributes to upkeep and cleanliness of the residence.
• Completes all required documentation on time per program standards.
• Provides a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment for clients.
• Educates clients about substance use, mental health, and healthy coping strategies.
• Monitors progress, behavior, and engagement in group therapy.
• Maintains confidential records of client progress and participation.
• Recognizes and responds to crisis with referrals to higher levels of care when needed.
• Stays updated on best practices in substance abuse treatment and applies new methods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relapse prevention knowledge

Mental health knowledge

EHR documentation

Education

HS Diploma required

Bachelor's or Associate preferred

CASAC or CASAC-T preferred

Job description

We are currently seeking passionate and experienced Substance Use Group Counselor to facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with substance use disorders.

Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support. We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes.

Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to helpindividualslive their best lives. We value service, excellence, and responsibility,seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success. We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels astrongsense of belonging.

What We Offer:

• A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
• Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
• Family-Friendly Workplace
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Continuing Education Opportunities

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor Position Summary:

The Substance Abuse Group Counselor to facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. The counselor will provide education, support, and guidance to help clients develop coping strategies and work toward recovery. This role involves working closely with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote a supportive and structured treatment environment.

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitate group counseling sessions focused on addiction recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, and mental health.
• Monitors client interaction and behaviors. Provides a role model for the program participants.
• Writes group and individual progress notes to document their interactions and services completed.
• Responsible for contributing to the upkeep and cleanliness of the residence.
• Completes all required documentation, in timelines in accordance with program standards.
• Provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients to share and grow.
• Educate clients about substance use disorders, mental health, and healthy coping mechanisms.
• Monitor clients’ progress, behavior, and engagement in group therapy.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of client progress and participation.
• Recognize and respond to crisis situations appropriately, including referrals for higher levels of care if necessary.
• Stay updated on best practices in substance abuse treatment and incorporate new methods into counseling sessions.
• Completes all required documentation, in timelines in accordance with program standards

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor Qualifications:

Skills:

Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.

Knowledge of addiction treatment models, relapse prevention strategies, and mental health disorders.

Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and structured group environment.

Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation requirements.

Education:

HS Diploma required. Bachelors or Associates and/or related experience preferred. CASAC or CASAC-T preferred but not required.

Experience:

At least 1-2 years of experience in substance abuse counseling or group facilitation preferred

Work Environment & Schedule:

Schedule may include evenings or weekends to accommodate client needs.

Ability to handle emotionally charged situations with professionalism and empathy.

Pay Rate: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.