Addiction Counselor/Social Worker

At our homes & rehabilitation center, we are committed to restoring families, guiding individuals toward sobriety, and ensuring that no one is left behind in their journey to recovery. We understand that addiction affects not just the individual, but also their loved ones, and we strive to mend those bonds through compassion and understanding. Our dedicated team works closely with each individual, providing personalized support and guidance tailored to their unique needs and circumstances. We believe in fostering a supportive community where individuals feel empowered to confront their challenges and embark on a path toward healing. With a holistic approach to rehabilitation, we address the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of addiction, empowering individuals to reclaim their lives and rebuild meaningful connections with their families and communities. Together, we navigate the path to recovery, ensuring that no one walks alone on their journey toward a brighter, sober future.

Make a Difference. Restore Hope. Transform Lives.

The Refuge Recovery Center is seeking compassionate, motivated, and dedicated Addiction Counselors to join our growing clinical team. Our mission is to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment to individuals recovering from substance use disorders while fostering dignity, hope, and long-term recovery.

As an Addiction Counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting clients throughout their recovery journey by providing individual counseling, facilitating therapeutic groups, developing individualized treatment plans, completing clinical documentation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping others, demonstrates professionalism and integrity, and is committed to delivering exceptional client care.

Current Openings

• Day Shift
• Swing Shift
• Graveyard Shift

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and process groups.
• Complete assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, peer support specialists, and other treatment team members.
• Maintain compliance with DHCS regulations, HIPAA, and agency policies and procedures.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience providing substance use disorder counseling and recovery services.
• Knowledge of addiction, recovery models, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Experience conducting individual counseling and facilitating group therapy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations while demonstrating cultural humility and professionalism.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation.

Preferred Certifications and Credentials

Applicants with one or more of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:

• CADC-I, CADC-II, CADC-III
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
• Peer Support Specialist Certification
• Other equivalent behavioral health or addiction counseling credentials