Chemical Dependency Counselor/Prevention Specialist

Employee Type Non-Exempt Responsible for providing education and prevention to individuals of all ages, their families and other community stakeholders regarding the disease of addiction, interventions, and resources available to aid in recovery. Prevention Activities may include, but are not limited to: increase awareness about chemical dependency and related issues; increase protective factors and decrease risk factors; promote safe & healthy lifestyles; field trips to expose youth to new, exciting and challenging culturally diverse activities to increase self-esteem, social skills and reduce onset of substance use; provide knowledge, understanding and skills needed to make intelligence, healthy choices about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Direct treatment services include individual, group, IOP, SUD case management services in various facilities and group education activities in schools, jails, agencies, and community events. Requirements Associate degree, minimum of CDCA PRE and willing to obtain OCPS certification from the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board, if not currently held with minimum of one year experience. LCDC II, LCDC III, LICDC Licensure Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and maintain all certifications. Must possess good organizational and communication skills. Must demonstrate good judgment skills and utilize basic problem solving skills. Able to resolve crisis situations in the most clinically effective manner. Allwell Behavioral Health Services has provided high quality services to the communities of Coshocton, Guernsey, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, and Perry Counties since 1958. We pride ourselves on the difference we make in the community and our clients’ lives. By joining the Allwell team, you can expect to be a key player in our life changing efforts. Allwell offers opportunities for personal growth, and career diversity. Allwell's mission is to help people feel better, think more clearly, make good decisions, and have healthy relationships. This applies to our clients as well as our employees. Allwell provides a family-like environment with team members who support each other’s successes professionally and personally. We care about our employees. We offer competitive wages with opportunities for bonuses, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation, staff development which includes in-house CEU opportunities, paid Liability Insurance Coverage, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, health, dental, vision, life, and limited liability insurance. Allwell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY