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Fresh Start Counseling Services

Entry Level Bilingual Substance Abuse Counselor

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Merrillville, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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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.

$27,590 / year median in Indiana

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

Applicants must have an empathetic and professional demeanor. Fresh Start Counseling Services is currently seeking an entry level Substance Abuse Counselor. The counselor will conduct assessments, treatment plans, group and individual sessions and discharge sessions. Primary shift is from 3-9pm and Saturdays from 9-4pm between the Merrillville and Hammond offices. Bilingual in Spanish is a requirement. Certification and/or Licensing is preferred but not required: CADAC, LAC, LCAC, LMHC, LMFT, MSW, LSW, PhD and/or a degree in a related field. Applicants may also possess entry level certification, a degree or experience in counseling or assisting people with addictions. Previous experience is preferred but willing to train.

Job Type:

Part-Time with possible full-time in the future

Salary:

Wages start at $11 and will increase based on experience and certification/licenses a after 1-2 weeks of training pay at $7.25 hr.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $11.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person