Weekend-Needed SUD Counselor: Individual & Group Therapy

New Dawn Treatment Centers; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

New Dawn Treatment Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking a dedicated SUD Counselor to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will provide compassionate support and effective therapeutic interventions to individuals seeking recovery, contributing to transformative care.

You will conduct individual and group counseling, develop personalized plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care while maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a SUD Counselor or equivalent certification.
• Strong experience in psychotherapy and addiction counseling.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and mental health disorders.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with group therapy facilitation is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to clients.
• Conduct assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Support clients through crisis intervention and management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Facilitate family involvement in the treatment process when appropriate.
• Stay current with best practices in mental health and addiction counseling.

Skills

SUD counseling

Psychotherapy

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

New Dawn Treatment Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking a dedicated SUD Counselor to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will provide compassionate support and effective therapeutic interventions to individuals seeking recovery, contributing to transformative care.

You will conduct individual and group counseling, develop personalized plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care while maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.