Substance Use Counselor

ORGANIZATION SPOTLIGHT:

DOORWAYS, a nationally-known interfaith non-profit, empowers clients to overcome poverty, HIV, and homelessness by providing numerous supportive services that improve Housing, Health and Hope. As a bi-state agency with broad impact, we assist nearly 3,500 clients annually. On the heels of opening our innovative 3-acre $40M Jefferson Ave. Campus, we are poised to expand our programming to improve service provision, while taking the organization to new heights.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking a Substance Use Counselor to provide clinical services to our clients and their family members, with the focus to improve their health and wellness through substance use recovery. This individual will possess a MO Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor II (MAADC) or Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC) certification and work closely with the social services coordinators in each of our housing programs. The Substance Use Counselor must be able to work independently and pass a background check, drug test, and have reliable transportation.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE: The opportunity to work in a diverse environment with staff that exudes endless compassion. DOORWAYS is a fast-paced and jovial workplace that strives to eliminate obstacles for our clients. Benefits include highly competitive salary, health insurance, retirement savings and matching, mileage reimbursement, paid time off, and more!

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and provide individual and group counseling sessions regularly focusing on addiction, recovery, emotional health, and life adjustments
• Must be proficient in evidence-based practices for substance use and mental health disorders
• Timely respond to internal client referrals, conduct outreach calls as needed, and program intakes
• Document treatment and discharge plans, and client progress and responses to treatment
• Create and enter case notes for all client interactions/services and other data into DOORWAYS database

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Typical working hours are Monday- Friday 8:30-5:00, On-Site, St. Louis, MO
• Local travel is required for this position to meet with participants during home visits, attend meetings at various DOORWAYS and partner properties, and to attend community meetings (mileage reimbursement included).
• The Substance Use Counselor will do a large part of his/her work sitting and/or at a computer and must be able to spend extended periods of time typing and reading at a computer, as well as working face-to-face with clients.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree (preferred) in counseling, social work, or similar field is required.
• Requires a recognized certification within the field of addiction as a MAADC or CRAADC
• Experience in leading individual and group counseling is preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, such as Excel, Word and Outlook.
• This position is highly independent. Substance Use Counselor must be comfortable working with individuals and groups independently without other support staff present.
• Experience working with the HIV, homeless, or LGBTQIA community is preferred.
• An influenza vaccine is required annually

Specific Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication, in order to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions necessary for successful performance of the role.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude, including cultural competence and the ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and establish professional, trust‑based working relationships with clients, colleagues, and partners.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, age, disability status or national origin.