Substance Abuse Counselor

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development in addiction

Supportive work environment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to support individuals and families in Mahikeng. The role involves assessing clients, developing treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic sessions aimed at recovery and sustained sobriety.

You will work with a diverse population facing addiction challenges, providing guidance, support, and resources to help achieve recovery goals. This NW province role offers meaningful work and community impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA).
• Proven experience working as a Substance Abuse Counselor or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of addiction theory, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.
• Strong therapeutic, communication, and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to diagnose substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, setting realistic recovery goals.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Provide psychoeducation on addiction, relapse prevention strategies, and healthy coping mechanisms.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting progress and treatment outcomes.

Skills

Therapeutic skills

Active listening

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor to provide crucial support to individuals and families in Mahikeng . This role involves assessing clients, developing treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic sessions aimed at recovery and sustained sobriety. You will work with a diverse population facing the challenges of addiction, offering guidance, support, and resources to help them achieve their recovery goals. This position within the North West province offers a deeply rewarding career focused on positively impacting lives and fostering community well-being through specialized therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to diagnose substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, setting realistic recovery goals.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Provide psychoeducation on addiction, relapse prevention strategies, and healthy coping mechanisms.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting progress and treatment outcomes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA).
• Proven experience working as a Substance Abuse Counselor or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of addiction theory, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.
• Strong therapeutic, communication, and active listening skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development in addiction counseling.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Work towards making a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support.