Substance Abuse Counselor- Co-ed CSS

Are you motivated by knowing you've made a difference in someone's life and in our community? Do you have a passion for helping those in substance abuse recovery? If you answered yes, then you may have what it takes to be part of the Veterans Inc. team! We provide client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment within a therapeutic environment. We are looking for innovative staff for our newly licensed Women's Residential Rehabilitation Services (RRS) Program, which is open to both veterans and the community. We are looking for a goal oriented, skilled, and hardworking professional to fill the role of Substance Abuse Counselor. The primary goal of this position is to provide support and substance abuse counseling services to substance abuse treatment program patients to help ensure that the major objectives of their treatment are attained. This position works as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide clients with necessary program information, and is responsible for providing clients with direct individual and group counseling, education, clinical or case management services to assist clients with treatment plans and goals. All full-time Substance Abuse Counselors must work one full weekend per month. The rate for this position is $30.04/hour. We currently have Part Time, Saturday through Sunday, shifts available. The rate for this position is $28.84/hour. What You'll Be Responsible For Day to Day Perform intake, evaluation, orientation, admissions, treatment planning, counseling, documentation, discharge planning and referral of substance abusing clients. Assess all new intakes to determine presence and extent of substance abuse issues and mental health illness; complete evaluation report. Assist client through individual, group, substance use or mental health use disorder counseling. Develop and document individualized treatment plans that address the needs of substance abuse client population. Collect statistics as required for reports; prepare required reports and paperwork and maintain audit ready client files. Refer clients to appropriate treatment modality based on assessment. Recommend treatment plans for clients to program manager and criminal justice officials. Develop and facilitate process groups and educational programs. Ensure compliance with legal issues including but not limited to client confidentiality and risk management; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Attend and participate in all meetings as required. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned. What You Must Have Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or related field from an accredited institution. Master's degree in related field highly preferred. Certification in alcohol and drug counseling, LADC I or II preferred. Experience or education in substance abuse treatment and mental health disorders required. 2+ years of experience working in substance abuse treatment/mental health disorders is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of military culture, experience in working with veteran population and an understanding of veterans-related needs and issues preferred. Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check. Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered. What We Can Offer You Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes: BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Employer Pay Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance. $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source. Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Parental Leave Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Veterans Inc