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What they do
A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.
$25,776 / year median in Georgia
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Counselor Sunrise Detox Center - 3.2 Duluth, GA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Group facilitation in therapy Substance abuse treatment center experience Substance abuse counseling Substance abuse Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Counseling Certification Group counseling Group therapy instruction
Full Job Description Sunrise Detox:
Position Title:
Counselor Sunrise Detox is a premiere center for drug and alcohol detox. Sunrise promises to give you one of the most comfortable medical detox processes available. We believe in creating a different experience where our road to recovery is dignified. Our clients reside in comfortable modern, elegantly furnished rooms where good nutrition is also an essential part of the detoxification process. We offer individual and group counseling to clients and bring in 12 Step meetings to show clients they are not alone once they leave treatment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
New patient intake and orientation Facilitates orientation groups with patients Conducts group sessions for all patients Addresses patient's concerns and helps eliminate possibility of AMA Provides Case Management Documentation in patient medical record
Requirements:
Minimum one-year experience in substance abuse field, detox preferred Experience conducting group sessions
Minimum Education:
Certified Counselor with Masters and or Masters working towards licensure Flexibility and willingness are great attributes
Schedule:
Full Time 1 Weekend shift per week required
Compensation:
Hourly rate competitive with experience and location Full time employees may be eligible for the following:
Insurance:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD options Medical FSA and Dependent Care Account 401k with company match up to 5% Accrued PTO Plan Education reimbursement Career Advancement Opportunities
•This job does NOT sponsor visa's and we are unable to consider out of country applicants
•If you are interested in this opportunity or know someone that you respect who would be a good fit for this position, please email: Ray Davis - Talent Acquisition Manager #IND911
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance