SUD Counselor

Illinois Recovery Center seeking a compassionate and dedicated substance abuse counselor to help provide direction and support for our patients. In this role, you will be responsible for developing treatment and recovery plans and identifying behaviors that impede rehabilitation. You may also be required to facilitate individual and group therapy sessions. To ensure success, substance abuse counselors should be familiar with the latest treatment methods, and collaborate with other mental health care specialists. Top-notch candidates have the excellent clinical knowledge and demonstrable counseling experience.

Substance Abuse Counselor Responsibilities:

Managing all aspects of a case from the date of entry to the date of discharge. Evaluating patients' physical and mental behaviors. Developing appropriate treatment and recovery plans. Facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. Monitoring patients over time to access treatment progress. Collaborating with psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, social workers, and departments of correction. Identifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recovery. Assisting primary caregivers to manage addiction-related behavior.

Veteran Experience Preferred Substance Abuse Counselor Requirements:

Associate degree in chemical dependency counseling, or a bachelor's degree with coursework in chemical dependency.

Qualifications:

CADC, LPC or LSW (provisional license accepted)

Salary:

$45,000 to $50,000 depending on experience and licensure

Schedule:

LCPC licensure supervision is available as an additional benefit Excellent written and oral communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine Work Location:

In person