What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor position at Saratoga Medical Center?
Saratoga Medical currently has a number of FULL-TIME openings available for Certified Substance Abuse Counselors to work in the SARP (Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program) clinic at the Portsmouth Naval Medical Center. Employees will work a 40 hour work week schedule, 4-5 days a week with 8-10 hour shifts scheduled plus an unpaid lunch break. Shift services will be provided Monday through Sunday. Day, Evening and Night Shift positions are available and needed. Excellent opportunity to provide residential treatment services to the active duty and dependent population.
Qualifications:
- Possess an Associates of Arts Degree in Behavioral Science with specialized training in Substance Abuse and Chemical Dependency treatment or Completion of the Navy Drug and Alcohol Counselor School (NDACS) that leads to Navy Certification as Navy Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
- Minimum of 1 year experience within the last 3 years, as a Substance Abuse Counselor in a Substance Abuse Rehab Program with both male and female clients.
- Alcohol and Substance Abuse Certification required (list of acceptable certifications can be provided)
BLS certification required prior to start date
Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discharge, compensation or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, religion, color, age (over age 39), sex, national origin, or on the basis of disability if the employee can perform the essential functions of the job, with a reasonable accommodation if necessary.