Substance Abuse Counselor

Substance Abuse Counselor Centerstone life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, 403(b), retirement plan United States, Illinois, Anna 800 North Main Street (Show on map) May 13, 2026 Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

OF POSITION

Provides therapeutic interventions to promote personal growth and resiliency in the form of emotional, cognitive, behavioral and/or psychological changes in clients with a primary behavioral health diagnosis. Performs continuing assessment of the client's needs and functioning, maintenance of appropriate documentation and development, and implementation of personal growth plans consistent with the client's therapeutic needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides residential counseling services utilizing evidence-based methodologies to provide excellent clinical services. Prepare for and conduct individual, group, and family therapy for assigned caseload. Assists service recipient in developing an individualized treatment plan that is person centered, family centered, and service centered. Monitor service recipient progress in treatment and participate in treatment plan reviews as assigned. Update treatment plans as appropriate. Submit treatment plans at all stages for medical review, if applicable. Conducts intake for recipient entering services, including explaining services, gathering information needed on intake materials, ensuring service recipient understands all forms, assuring signature on appropriate contracts and consents, and submitting materials for processing, as assigned. Conduct assessment and write assessment summaries, as assigned. Assists service recipients with making linkage with internal and external resources as outlined in treatment plan and in coordination with Integrated Healthcare Services. And maintain appropriate contact with referral sources including providing information on service recipient progress, behavior, and needs (with appropriate releases), and maintaining ongoing consultation when appropriate. Assists service recipient in making discharge plans and provide follow up services as assigned. Attends staff meetings, clinical staffings, and other internal meetings as assigned. Participate on committees as assigned, including quality assurance functions. Maintain appropriate communication with other employees and work as an effective member of treatment team. Monitor urinalysis, breathalyzer, and other testing as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods. Knowledge of community geographical awareness and of community and agency resources Skill in customer service techniques Skill in problem-solving

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level Requires a Master's Degree in Human Services and demonstrated skill in performing clinical services, or a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and 3 years relevant employment experience in positions that allow equivalency and CADC (certified alcohol and drug counselor) is required within two years per SUPR. Years of Experience Providers utilizing electronic health records and/or other automated/electronic documentation systems are required to have computer and keyboarding experience and skills or the ability to develop such skills within required timeframes in order to meet the level of proficiency set by the agency. Certification/Licensure Clinical License preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing

• 20% Sitting
• 80% Squatting
• Occasional Kneeling
• Occasional Bending
• Occasional Driving
• Occasional Lifting
• Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$48,300.00

• $67,700.

00 Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy: Medical, dental, and vision health coverage Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 403b retirement plan with company match Paid time off and ten paid holidays AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid) Employee Resource Groups Continuing education opportunities Employee Assistance Program Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve. Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.