What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Counselor position at Seafield Center Inc.?
Full time evening opportunity
$22.00 - $38.00hr
Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:
- Generous Paid Time Off Policy
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Other Voluntary Benefits
- Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program (401k)
- 8 Paid Holidays
MAIN FUNCTION:
- To be responsible for the direct treatment of an assigned caseload of patients who are addicted to alcohol or any other mind/mood altering substances.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.
- Affirming care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning clients.
- Provide group, individual, and family counseling to caseload.
- Complete assessments, admissions, and treatment plans.
- Maintain documentation and contact with referral sources (EAPs, Criminal Justice).
- Generate and send Referral Progress Reports.
- Participate in weekly case reviews, supervision, and staff meetings.
- Ensure adherence to Seafield’s policies and confidentiality regulations.
- Assist with discharge, transitional planning, and referrals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
- Assessment, referral, and treatment planning
- Group, individual, and family counseling
- Didactic presentation and documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Age-specific skills (Adolescents, Geriatric)
- Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:
- CASAC or CASAC eligible, or B/S-B/A with working knowledge of substance abuse disorders.
Salary : $22 - $38