Addiction Support Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan contributions

Medical aid contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Addiction Support Specialist in Mossel Bay to provide compassionate counselling and direct support to individuals battling addiction. You will develop recovery plans, connect clients with resources, and offer ongoing encouragement to promote sobriety and healthier futures within the Mossel Bay community.

The role emphasizes one-on-one and group counselling, case management, and collaboration with a dedicated team to drive client success.

Qualifications

• Certification or degree in addiction counselling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with addiction issues.
• Strong knowledge of addiction theories, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.
• Excellent counselling, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.
• Proficiency in case management and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counselling and support to individuals with substance use disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized recovery and treatment plans.
• Educate clients and their families about addiction, its effects, and recovery processes.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and support groups.
• Assist clients in accessing rehabilitation services, healthcare, and social support systems.
• Monitor client progress, provide encouragement, and address any challenges encountered during recovery.

Skills

Counselling

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Certification or degree in addiction counselling / social work / psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a compassionate and experienced Addiction Support Specialist to join their dedicated team in Mossel Bay . This vital role involves providing direct support, counselling, and guidance to individuals struggling with addiction. You will work closely with clients to develop recovery plans, connect them with appropriate resources, and offer ongoing encouragement throughout their journey. This position offers the rewarding opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of those seeking sobriety and a healthier future within the Mossel Bay community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counselling and support to individuals with substance use disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized recovery and treatment plans.
• Educate clients and their families about addiction, its effects, and recovery processes.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and support groups.
• Assist clients in accessing rehabilitation services, healthcare, and social support systems.
• Monitor client progress, provide encouragement, and address any challenges encountered during recovery.

Requirements

• Certification or degree in addiction counselling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with addiction issues.
• Strong knowledge of addiction theories, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.
• Excellent counselling, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.
• Proficiency in case management and record-keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Meaningful work with a direct positive impact on individuals' lives.
• Collaborative team atmosphere focused on client success.
• Retirement plan and medical aid contributions.