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Substance Abuse Counselor

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems - A Chimes Company
Newark, DE Part Time
POSTED ON 8/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/29/2026
Job Details

Description

Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

About the Role: In this role, you'll provide individualized support, evidence-based treatment, and compassionate guidance to clients navigating substance use and recovery. You'll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Location: Newark, DE

Schedule: Part-Time

Program: Drug & Alcohol/DUI Treatment Program

Compensation: Starting at $19 /hour (based on experience and credentials)

  • Flexible schedule for better work-life balance
  • Paid training provided - grow and advance your career
    • FREE SUPERVISION towards licensure
  • Make a meaningful impact with individuals and families
  • Supportive team environment with growth opportunities
  • Competitive Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week): Medical/Dental/Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid time off, employer-paid life insurance, 403(b) with employer match and more!

What You'll Do

  • Conduct substance use assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide individual, group, and family counseling services as clinically appropriate.
  • Support clients through case management, crisis intervention, and recovery planning.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
  • Collaborate with treatment providers, community partners, and support systems to coordinate care.
  • Facilitate group sessions and educational programming that support recovery goals.
  • Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
  • Deliver high-quality, client-centered services in accordance with best practices, regulatory requirements, and agency standards.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health-related field; OR
  • High school diploma/equivalent combined with qualifying experience and/or required certifications
  • Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience in substance abuse treatment
  • Certification in addiction counseling a plus!

MUST HAVE:

    • Strong assessment, counseling, and case management abilities
    • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
    • Commitment to client-centered, trauma-informed care
    • Experience working in substance use treatment settings, with an understanding of addiction, recovery principles, and evidence-based interventions.
    • Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

  • Clearances:
    • Pennsylvania Act 33 & 34 Clearances
    • FBI Fingerprinting Clearance
    • Verification of no exclusions from Medicaid/Medicare
Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted for the requirements specified under Education and Experience

What’s in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement Options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan (with Employer Match)
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus Opportunities
  • Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
  • And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers.

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.

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