What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Recovery Counselor position at Clinton Counties?
Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties is a ministry of the Diocese of Lansing and is guided by Catholic Social Teaching and the moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
All employees are expected to support and uphold the mission, values, and teachings of Catholic Charities in their daily work. Employees serve as representatives of the organization and are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Catholic Social Teaching and the mission of the agency.
As part of the interview process, candidates will be provided with the Diocese of Lansing Catholic Charities Core Values and Commitment to Mission document. Candidates must review, acknowledge, and be willing to abide by these expectations as a condition of employment.
A fully supported and energetic attitude toward our core values, Catholic Social Teaching, and commitment to serving vulnerable individuals and families with dignity and compassion is required.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community resources
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• A few hours of weeknight availability each week
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $68,000–$85,000 annually, based on licensure level and additional credentials.
Sign-On Bonus: $2,500
• Prior experience in substance abuse counseling
• Bilingual – Spanish
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
- Required Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) license in the State of Michigan.
- Experience in substance abuse counseling
- Required Licenses, Certifications, and Training:
Degree or license in related field
- Mission-Driven: Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work
- Collaborative Team Player: Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals
- Solution-Oriented Problem Solver: Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them
- Culturally Sensitive: Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
- Integrity: Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization’s mission
- This position is on-site and may not be eligible for remote work
- Attendance at occasional meetings or events outside regular business hours is required
- The role involves working with sensitive or potentially traumatic information and direct interaction with individuals or families in crisis
- Physical requirements include frequent use of hands for handling objects, tools, or controls; talking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds
- Vision requirements include close-up work, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- The work environment may involve varying degrees of physical discomfort and occasional loud noise
- Occasional driving, potentially with Clients, during the workday may be needed for operational purposes
- Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Salary : $68,000 - $85,000