Drug and Alcohol Counselor Las Vegas Rescue Mission - 4.1 Las Vegas, NV Job Details Full-time $20 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Word Patient treatment planning Health screenings Microsoft Excel Client assessment in therapy DSM-5 Caseload management Word embeddings De-escalation techniques Windows Emergency response in crisis intervention Group work facilitation for social work Cultural competency Substance abuse counseling Clinical data entry Clinical information systems Substance abuse Data entry Organizational skills Behavioral and mental health screening Healthcare treatment Discharge planning in health services social work Residential therapy Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Experience working with individuals from underserved communities Entry level Substance abuse recovery planning Group counseling Time management Group therapy instruction Full Job Description The Las Vegas Rescue Mission is looking for a Counselor to join our team. We are a private, faith-based organization that serves our community by offering a safe place for adult men and women to break the cycle of homelessness and/or addiction. The Counselor position is for a Residential level of care. They will maintain a case load of 15-25. They will facilitate weekly individuals and groups as assigned. Utilize appropriate screenings, complete full biopsychosocials with DSM 5 diagnosis and ASAM Placement Criteria. The Counselor will initiate treatment plans with updated assessments monthly. They will also initiate discharge planning and work with case management throughout treatment. Qualifications Minimum enrolled in Bachelors program that is accredited CADC, LADC, Intern Status, or can qualify for internship through the state board Previous experience working with vulnerable populations preferred Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents HMIS Data Entry/ EHR experience Experience using Windows, Microsoft Word and Excel. Crisis Intervention/ de-escalation Group Facilitation Motivational Interviewing/ Person Centered Practices Demonstrates behaviors aligned with LVRM employment policies and standards. Willing to be accountable and receive correction. Excellent verbal, written interpersonal and organizational skills. Healthy personal boundaries Respectful of cultural diversity Good time management. Networking skills This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, offering a competitive benefit package and paid vacation. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.