D103 - Substance Abuse Counselor

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking a passionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor for our Addictive Disease Outpatient Program.  As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a crucial role in providing support and guidance to individuals struggling with substance abuse issues. Your primary responsibility will be to assess clients' needs, develop treatment plans, and facilitate therapy sessions to help them overcome addiction and achieve recovery. Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday- 12:00 pm -8:00 pm       Wednesday & Friday- 8:30am-5:00 pm FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt Benefits Offered: Competitive Pay Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Paid Time Off 12 Paid Holidays 401k with an employer match Flexible Spending Accounts Short and Long-term disability coverage Life Insurance Employee Discount Program   Duties & Responsibilities: Provide individual and group counseling sessions for clients struggling with substance abuse issues. Under supervision, provides psychosocial support necessary for coping with substance disorders and mental illnesses. Focuses on group dynamics and fosters a therapeutic environment by providing education, crisis management, skills-based training, and counseling services. Designs counseling and education services tailored to the unique needs of individuals served. Participates in substance abuse training and serves as a direct consultant to staff members, offering clear and meaningful feedback. Educates families and significant others on the addiction and recovery process, facilitating family support sessions as required. Monitor progress, document interventions, and update treatment plans as needed. Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine treatment needs and develop personalized treatment plans.    Qualifications Bachelor's degree in social service field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling) or related field. (Required) AND CADC I, CAC I, CADC II, CAC II (Preferred) OR  Master’s degree in counseling or related field, such as Social Work, Sociology, Psychology. License eligible in one of the following: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW with at least two (2) years of experience providing services to individuals with substance use disorder. (Required)   Valid Driver’s License or Identification with reliable transportation.  Provide 2 Professional reference Statements (Former employers only, no family members)   Competencies Substance Abuse Counseling Techniques: Knowledge and application of evidence-based counseling techniques specific to substance use disorders, such as motivational interviewing, relapse prevention strategies, and harm reduction approaches. Crisis Intervention: Ability to effectively assess and manage crises, including suicidal ideation, substance overdose, or acute psychiatric symptoms. Group Facilitation: Skill in leading group therapy sessions, managing group dynamics, and facilitating discussions on relevant topics. Empathy: Ability to understand and share the feelings of clients, showing compassion and support without judgment. Active Listening: Skill in fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what clients are saying during counseling sessions.   Additional Information: The Application Process All qualified applicants will be considered. This position is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool has been identified. The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview. Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email. Due to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide information on application status by phone or email. 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