Addiction Counselor First Step Counseling Services Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time $38,000

• $40,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Individual / group counseling Writing skills Individual therapy Outpatient experience High school diploma or GED Patient counseling

Full Job Description Job Summary Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated full time Addiction Counselor to join our team. Must be certified or have the ability to become certified as an Addiction Counselor Trainee/Supervisee. The ideal candidate will provide counseling and support to individuals struggling with addiction, helping them on their path to recovery.

Skills:

• Conduct bio-psycho-social assessments and evaluations as assigned.
• Facilitate outpatient group therapy sessions and individual counseling sessions.
• Document client's participation in all scheduled group and counseling sessions.
• Develop discharge summaries on all clients and send to appropriate individuals.
• Complete release/consent forms to all appropriate individuals/agencies.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled staff meetings.
• Insure that all charting and all patient records comply with accreditation requirements.
• Keep referral agencies informed of client's progress in treatment.
• Attend training required for professional certification to meet program licensing standards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Minimum of high school diploma and certifiable at ACT/S or CAC level for addiction counseling in the state of South Dakota. Must be certified or have the ability to become certified as an Addiction Counselor Trainee/Supervisee. Must be willing to work evenings and/or Saturday. If interested in working in the chemical dependency field, we can train. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Joining our team as an Addiction Counselor offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives as they navigate the challenges of addiction recovery.

Pay:

$38,000.00

• $40,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Individual / group counseling: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person