Find & Apply For Substance Abuse Counselor Jobs in Woodward, Iowa

Overview:

The Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor will serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide professional level counseling to individuals under the direction of the Director of Services. As a member of the treatment team, they are responsible for providing a broad range of treatment services including individual and group counseling, crisis intervention as well as completing assessments and reports. Work closely with guardians, families, and referral sources to provide quality care to those served.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine the severity and type of substance use disorder 2. Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to clients to address their substance use disorder and mental health concerns 3. Lead group sessions, focusing on skill-building, coping strategies, and peer support. 4. Offer emotional support, guidance, and education to clients and their families regarding substance use disorder recovery 5. Maintain confidentiality of records relating to individual's treatment

Requirements:

Ability to sit for extended periods of time, use of computer and telephone systems which includes coordinator of eye and hand and fine manipulation by the hands (typing, writing, working with files). Requires talking, seeing, hearing, and reading; expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, received, and communicated detailed information through oral communication, clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and at distance, must be able to read and understand text. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds. Must have the ability to understand and follow oral instruction, to understand and follow written instruction, to guide and/or give instruction, and to make decisions in accordance with established procedures and policies. Requires the ability to collect and analyze complex numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions. CADC or IADC Medication Management Certification (or willingness to obtain one within 90 days of hire). CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain one within 90 days of hire). Valid Driver's License Understanding of the levels of care, ASAM dimensions, stages of change, and the ability to utilize motivational interviewing techniques Experience with MS Office Lived experience welcome, but not required

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person