CERTIFIED ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR

Job Description

Job Description

❤️ Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures

Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Full-Time | Paid Training | Career Advancement Opportunities

Location: Iron Wellness and Recovery Center | Trenton, NJ

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Salary: $52,000 Annually

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Iron Wellness and Recovery Center, we're not just hiring employees — we're building a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve recovery.

If you are passionate about supporting individuals impacted by substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health needs, this is an opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a difference in the lives of others.

For more than 35 years, Iron Wellness and Recovery Center has provided valuable Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health treatment services through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Our team members are more than employees — they are counselors, advocates, and partners in recovery.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, professional growth, and helping individuals achieve healthier futures.

Why Join Our Team?

???? Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Training & Career Advancement Opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

???? Professional Growth & Development

• Ongoing training opportunities
• Exposure to evidence-based addiction treatment practices
• Opportunities for professional advancement
• Work alongside experienced behavioral health professionals

❤️ Meaningful Work That Matters

• Support individuals throughout their recovery journey
• Help clients develop skills for long-term success
• Build therapeutic relationships that promote positive change
• Provide compassionate care to individuals and families impacted by substance use disorders

What You’ll Do

The Drug & Alcohol Counselor provides substance abuse counseling services and comprehensive case management support to assigned clients. This role includes conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, providing counseling services, and coordinating care to support client recovery goals.

Your responsibilities may include:

Clinical Counseling & Treatment:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine client needs and treatment goals
• Utilize ASAM placement criteria and DSM diagnostic standards to support treatment planning
• Develop individualized, recovery-focused treatment plans
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Provide education, support, and coping strategies to clients

Documentation & Compliance:

• Complete clinical documentation accurately and timely according to regulatory standards
• Maintain confidential client records and electronic health records
• Enter required information into NJSAMS and electronic documentation systems
• Prepare discharge summaries and clinical reports
• Follow agency policies, state regulations, and best practice standards

Care Coordination:

• Provide case management services and referrals based on client needs
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community resources, and treatment partners
• Support clients in accessing appropriate services and resources
• Participate in quality improvement activities

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate
✔ Detail-Oriented
✔ Professional
✔ Organized
✔ Client-Focused
✔ Collaborative
✔ Dedicated to Recovery Support

Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Addiction Studies, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Required Experience:

• Three years of experience in the substance abuse treatment field preferred
• Experience working with substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and behavioral health needs

Licensure Preferred:

• LAC
• LSW
• CADC
• LCSW
• LPC
• LCADC

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Knowledge of addiction treatment services and counseling practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with clients
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Additional Requirements:

• Must successfully complete Physical & Drug Screening (including THC)
• Must complete required trainings
• Must pass Criminal Record History Clearance, FBI, and Child Abuse History Clearance
• Must pass required federal and state background screenings
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to meet physical requirements including sitting, standing, bending, reaching, lifting, climbing stairs, and driving as needed

???? Start a Career with Purpose

Some careers provide a paycheck.

This career helps people rebuild their lives.

If you are passionate about recovery, behavioral health, and supporting individuals through meaningful change, we invite you to join the Iron Wellness and Recovery Center team.

Apply Today and Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures.

Iron Wellness and Recovery Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"

About Our Organization

Iron Wellness and Recovery Center, an affiliate of Apis Services, Inc., has been providing Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health treatment services since 1987.

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its constellation of affiliate organizations. Through shared services, strategic growth, and quality-focused initiatives, Apis supports organizations in advancing their missions while creating opportunities for employee growth and organizational success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inperium, Inc., Apis Services, Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.