Substance Abuse Counselor

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Continuing education opportunities

Virtual supervision

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counselor to join a fully remote team serving clients in the Nelspruit area. You will provide professional counseling to individuals struggling with addiction, guiding recovery, relapse prevention, and overall well‑being through evidence-based approaches.

The role requires a Master's degree, licensure as a counselor, and at least 4 years' experience, with proficiency in telehealth and strong empathetic communication.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Professional accreditation or licensure as a counselor or therapist.
• Minimum of 4 years of counseling experience for substance abuse disorders.
• Proficiency in conducting virtual therapy sessions and telehealth platforms.
• Strong knowledge of addiction and recovery principles.
• Excellent empathetic communication and active listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based modalities.
• Develop relapse prevention strategies and coping mechanisms with clients.
• Educate clients and families on addiction and recovery resources.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and treatment summaries.
• Collaborate with remote multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified and empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor to join their fully remote team, serving individuals in the Nelspruit area. This crucial role involves providing professional counseling and support to individuals struggling with addiction, helping them achieve and maintain sobriety. You will utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide clients through recovery processes, focusing on relapse prevention and overall well-being. This is a significant opportunity to make a profound difference in people's lives from a remote setting, contributing to healing and recovery within the Nelspruit community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans for clients with substance use disorders.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing).
• Develop relapse prevention strategies and coping mechanisms with clients.
• Educate clients and their families on addiction, recovery processes, and available resources.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, progress notes, and treatment summaries in the electronic health system.
• Collaborate with a remote multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists and social workers, to ensure holistic client care.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Professional accreditation or licensure as a counselor or therapist (e.g., Registered Counselor, Clinical Psychologist).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience providing counseling for substance abuse disorders.
• Proficiency in conducting virtual therapy sessions and utilizing telehealth platforms.
• Strong knowledge of addiction, recovery principles, and relevant treatment methodologies.
• Excellent empathetic communication and active listening skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development in addiction counseling.
• Supportive virtual supervision and a collaborative team environment.
• The profound reward of helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives in the Nelspruit region.