Substance Use Counselor

Now looking for our next Substance Use Counselor for our Cobb County location! This position works Mondays through Fridays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The pay is based on credentials.

What we are looking for:

Bachelor's degree in helping field: psychology, sociology, social work, human services, or criminal justice. CACI, CADCI, CACII, CADCII, MAC and/or other associate or licensed staff (APC/LPC/AMFT/LMFT/LMSW/LCSW, etc.) At least 1 year experience working in Mental Health or substance use disorder field. Highland Rivers Behavioral Health (HRBH) substance use programs promote recovery, self-sufficiency and help individuals learn how to manage life issues and day-to-day living without the use of mood or mind-altering substances or drugs. HRBH substance use services lead to a path of recovery by offering one-to-one, group, and family counseling. HRBH areas of expertise include best practice interventions on abstinence from illicit chemical use to address substance use and depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), poor impulse control, and negative patterns of thought and behavior that are counterproductive to living a healthy and fulfilled life.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct groups, individual counseling and psychoeducation as delineated via program licensure by Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH)/Health Facility Regulation (HFR). Follow established guidelines in the Program Plan. Complete Service Plan Development's, and all other supporting assessments, including UDS, & documentation for individuals. Maintains a caseload of individuals ensuring compliance with policies and procedures re: documentation and services are being provided per and individual's treatment plan recommendations. Follow-up calls with referrals and participation in Treatment/consultation/clinical team meetings. Complete monthly Treatment Plan reviews and discharge/transition persons served, as clinically indicated. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

Health Insurance through the State Health Benefit Plan of GA Flexible Benefits such as dental, vision, life, critical illness, etc. Retirement Plan with employer matching 4 weeks of Paid Time Off with increase of accruals based on years of service 10 paid holidays 1 personal day Qualifying employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness NHSC loan forgiveness in qualifying counties. Clinical supervision for candidates on a licensure track. Once you submit your application, please answer the questionnaire sent to your messages to move forward with an interview! Email keylagarcia@highlandrivers.org for any questions regarding the Interview Day for Substance Use Counselors on June 3rd, 2026!

Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person