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.
Provide guidance, direction and counseling to clients in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting. This individual will provide treatment and rehabilitative services to include Cognitive Behavioral Treatment and Motivational Enhancement Therapy in an individual and group setting. This person will also complete assessments and have knowledge of the DSM-V and ICD 10 codes. Individual will work to assist each client reach their goals and objectives, and make proper referrals as needed.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Public Policy, or other related field; human relations skills must; should become familiar with the criminal justice system and community resources. Knowledge and experience with the Forensic substance abuse individual; Knowledge of co-occurring disorder; Knowledge of DSM-V and ICD 10 Codes; Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with all levels of management, employees, and clients; ability to deal effectively with clients and referral sources; self-starting, motivated, and adapt to changing technology; proven skills at problem solving, conducting research; computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; ability to communicate, and to help the Clients express their own needs and aspirations. Master's degree or above from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field. Or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field and 1-year clinical experience in a health or human service agency required. Certification preferred. Or an Associate Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field and 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency required. Certification required. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Protected Veteran/ Individuals with
