Now hiring: ADDICTION COUNSELORS, COUNSELOR II, Substance Use Disorder Counselors

Location: Woodridge Interventions, 2221 64th St., Woodridge, IL 60517

Pay Range: $24.05 - $27.00

Depending on experience and licensure type.

Job Type: Full-time

At Woodridge Interventions, we offer hope for individuals on a journey of recovery—recovery from trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental health issues.

Do you share our passion for doing work that truly makes a difference? If so, please consider joining our incredible team today!

If you have a current credential as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in State of Illinois and experience in the treatment of substance use disorder, we invite you to JOIN OUR TEAM as a Counselor II.

WOODRIDGE INTERVENTIONS now hiring for our Adolescent Residential Unit and Men's Residential Unit.

25 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

Since 1994, Woodridge Interventions has been serving adults and adolescents from the greater Chicago area and throughout the Midwest by treating a wide variety of addictions and co-occurring disorders in both residential and outpatient settings.

Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments to determine the appropriate treatment plan for individuals struggling with substance abuse.
- Provide addiction counseling services to clients, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques such as behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each client's needs.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
- Stay current on best practices in substance abuse treatment and attend relevant training sessions to enhance skills.
- Utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based practices to support clients in achieving their recovery goals.
- Work closely with individuals and their families to address underlying issues contributing to substance abuse and promote long-term recovery.
- Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity when working with diverse populations, including individuals with co-occurring disorders.
- Adhere to ethical standards and professional guidelines in all interactions with clients and colleagues.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.05 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• IL issued CADC Certification, LPC, LSW or higher credential? (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person