What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at AMERICAN HEALTH SERVICES, LLC?
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Position Overview:
Requirements for this position are as follows:
Position: Substance Abuse Counselor
Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 2:00pm.
Reports to: Program Director / Clinic Manager
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated *Substance Abuse Counselor* to join our team. The ideal candidate will help provide direction and support for our patients. In this role, you will be responsible for developing treatment and recovery plans, and identifying behaviors that impede rehabilitation.
Substance Abuse Counselor Job Functions
- Manages all aspects of patients from date of entry to date of discharge.
- Evaluating patients' physical and mental behaviors.
- Developing appropriate treatment and recovery plans.
- Monitoring patients over time to access treatment progress.
- Collaborates with doctors and nurses.
- A SUD counselor has the overall responsibility for counseling and oversight of assigned patients.
- Facilitates individual and/or group therapy sessions and completes comprehensive assessments, interpretive summary and individualized addiction treatment plans.
- SUD counselor maintains the client records and adheres to all State, Federal, Accreditation and Program regulations and performs duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Clinic Manager.
- Identifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recovery.
- Assisting primary caregivers to manage addiction-related behavior.
Substance Abuse Counselor Requirements:
- Must be Certified or registered with CADTP, CAADE, or CCAPP per California DHCS regulations or have the desire to train to become a substance abuse counselor.
- Associate degree in chemical dependency counseling, or a bachelor's degree with coursework in chemical dependency. (Preferred)
- Experience with medication assisted treatments. (Preferred)
- Previous experience with the treatment of substance abuse disorders. (Preferred)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Counseling Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $27