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Substance Abuse 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.
$26,863 / year median in Virginia
+19% projected growth
Job Description
- based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs
- spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services
- have transformed the lives of thousands to date.
- honesty, accountability, dignity and respect What We're Looking For Master's degree in psychology, counseling or related field required .
- Term Disability Employer-Paid Life and AD&D LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care Legal Coverage Pet Insurance Identity Theft Protection Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Medical Dependent Care FSA (DCF) Eligible for