Substance Abuse Counselor - Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and advancement

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Supportive team and growth

Ongoing training and development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counsellor to provide essential support within the Polokwane community. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver individual and group counselling to help clients achieve long-term sobriety.

You will educate clients on coping strategies, monitor progress, and coordinate with families and health professionals to ensure a comprehensive recovery plan in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or related field.
• Registered as a counsellor or psychologist with the SA professional board.
• Proven experience in counselling individuals with substance use disorders.
• In-depth knowledge of addiction treatment modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing and group therapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and create individualized treatment plans for clients with substance use disorders.
• Provide individual and group counselling sessions using evidence-based approaches.
• Educate clients on addiction, relapse prevention strategies, and coping skills.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans; document sessions.
• Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals and community groups for a full recovery network.
• Facilitate referrals to detox, medical care and housing support.

Skills

Counselling

CBT

Motivational interviewing

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree

Registration with SA board

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counsellor to provide essential support within the Polokwane community. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver individual and group counselling to help clients achieve long-term sobriety.

You will educate clients on coping strategies, monitor progress, and coordinate with families and health professionals to ensure a comprehensive recovery plan in a hybrid work setting.