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CADAS

IOP Counselor

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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.

$25,489 / year median in Tennessee

+24% projected growth

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IOP Counselor CADAS Chattanooga, TN Job Details Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Employee relationship building Master's degree Driver's License Substance abuse counseling Substance abuse Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Full Job Description An IOP Counselor is responsible for counseling clients and/or families with alcohol and drug dependency. The IOP Counselor perform client assessments to determine level of addiction Develop and implement a plan of treatment and aftercare plans for the client and/or family Evaluate client progress and revise treatment plan as needed Provide client and family education about addiction, the recovery phase, and relapse prevention techniques An IOP Counselor is knowledgeable of community resources available for clients and families Assume case management responsibilities for assigned clients Demonstrate the ability to perform crisis intervention Conduct individual, group and family counseling sessions Refers client to supplemental counseling and treatment, as needed Develop, implement, and coordinate educational classes and therapy programs Maintain referral source for client and responds appropriately Responsible for client, staff, and self-safety at all times Counselors maintain client records Documentation meets standards and policies Treat clients/families with respect and dignity Perform all aspects of client care in an environment that optimizes client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors Communicate with physicians and/or nurses in a clear and concise manner Maintain a good working relationship within the department ad with other departments Function as a mentor for student interns IOP Counselor demonstrates the ability to be flexible and organizes; functions well during stressful and/or emergency situation Stay current with new techniques, advances through seminars, conferences, continuing educating classes, professional societies, and journals etc. Uses two identifiers for each client served to ensure identification IOP Counselors will perform other duties as assigned Minimum requirements: Tennessee Licensure as an Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor or other discipline preferred (LPC, LCSW, LMSW, etc..). Applicants will be considered with comparable combination of education and experience. Experience in an IOP setting and strong computer skills helpful. This position will be Monday-Friday with three of these being evening hours until 9:00 pm. (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday until 8:45 pm, Wednesday and Friday are flexible day shifts). Valid Driver's License required
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Addiction Medicine People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 5 years? Are you on Federal Supervision at this time? This includes Federal Pretrial, Federal Probation, or Federal Parole.
Education:
Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
Substance Abuse Counseling:
2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
LADAC, LPC, LCSW
(Preferred)
Work Location:
In person