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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.
$27,281 / year median in Ohio
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Duties for the position include:
- Individual and group counseling
- Timely documentation
- Conduct urine screens
- Knowledge of client rights
- Knowledge of confidentiality regulations
- Ability to abide by all agency policies
- Assist with increasing personal empowerment and helping client set and achieve goals
- Teaches substance use recovery and relapse prevention skills as indicated on their Individualized Treatment Plan
- Links clients to needed resources in the community
Qualifications:
High School Diploma required with a CDCA. Must be able to pass drug screen and have appropriate BCI/FBI.Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.00- $24.