Substance Abuse Counselor | Hybrid Role with Impact

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Education opportunities

Collaborative environment

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counselor to join the Stellenbosch team. You will provide professional counseling and support to individuals struggling with addiction, guiding clients through recovery and developing personalized treatment plans.

The role involves facilitating group therapy sessions, offering crisis intervention, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to support clients on their recovery journey in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field.
• Relevant certification or license as a substance abuse counselor.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in addiction counseling.
• Proficiency in various counseling modalities and therapeutic techniques.
• Strong understanding of addiction, recovery processes, and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments to evaluate clients' substance abuse issues and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including therapeutic interventions and relapse prevention strategies.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions to address addiction-related behaviors and challenges.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing acute withdrawal or emotional distress.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families, and community resources to support the client's recovery journey.

Skills

Counseling skills

Crisis intervention

Relapse prevention

Interpersonal communication

Education

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

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Substance Abuse Counselor to join the Stellenbosch team. You will provide professional counseling and support to individuals struggling with addiction, guiding clients through recovery and developing personalized treatment plans.

The role involves facilitating group therapy sessions, offering crisis intervention, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to support clients on their recovery journey in the Western Cape.