Substance Abuse Counselor

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The Substance Abuse Counselor will assess clients’ needs, create patient-centered treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling. Responsibilities include assessments, coordination of services, psychoeducation, referrals, and appropriate documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide individual and substance use disorder counseling and referral services to the clients
• Provide recovery-oriented psychoeducation and support services
• Document all services provided in a timely manner in accordance with Comunilife, funder, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain any/all required credentials and keep current with appropriate evidence-based and other clinical practices
• Work collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, client-centered services are delivered and documented

Education and Experience Requirement(s):

• Bachelor's degree (required) in Social Work; Public Administration; Business Administration or any related
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of persons with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites
• Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention
• Ability and willingness to perform all duties as workload necessitates

Certifications & Licenses Required:

• A minimum of a CASAC-T is required