Substance Abuse Counselor

Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Job Description: It is the responsibility of the Substance Abuse Counselor to provide drug and alcohol treatment to clients which includes face-to-face individual, group, and family counseling, as clinically appropriate. Chart documentation and case management services related to client treatment will be accomplished in accordance with all agency policies and procedures.

Schedule Details: Part-Time

Location: Newark, DE

Program: Drug & Alcohol/DUI Treatment Program

Pay Rate: $19+/Hour Billable Rate

Job Functions:

• Possess and apply knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and assessment principles and philosophies
• Complete substance abuse assessments and stabilization services as needed
• Maintain effective and efficient communication with direct supervisor and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
• Maintain personal compliance with all training requirements and personnel documentation standards
• Complete all personally required training as per Professional Development Plan
• Submit to Human Resources in a timely manner copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal training
• Maintain professional certifications and/or licensure and, when applicable, in the designated state(s)
• Possess and apply knowledge of all laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and agency policies and procedures governing the services performed
• Perform substance abuse treatment as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards
• Possess and apply knowledge of the standards and ethical principles of the best practice of drug and alcohol assessment and treatment
• Provide quality services based on established best practice principles of care
• Maintain quality documentation of service delivery
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, payers, community support service representatives, agency personnel, and the general public
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with area drug and alcohol treatment facilities and hospitals
• Work within a group to develop internal systems to improve or ensure quality services
• Participate in agency committees to develop and implement program/service enhancement
• Provide the full spectrum of clinically indicated services and the supporting documentation
• Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, in a timely manner
• Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
• Work collaboratively with other treatment professionals
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Provide crisis assessment and stabilization services as necessary
• Possess and apply knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment and assessment principles and philosophies
• Provide direct services relevant to program requirements
• Conduct all scheduled individual and group sessions as dictated by client needs and program requirements
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
• Monitor service effectiveness and make modifications to services based on supervisory and/or consultative feedback
• Participate in all required individual and peer supervision, as well as all applicable program staff meetings
• Complete data entry and prepare clinical charts

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field or a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent AND Experience OR Licensure/Certification requirements

Experience: Five (5) years of documented clinical experience working in the field of substance abuse treatment


Licensure/Certification Requirements: Full certification by a nationally recognized body in addiction counseling


Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience

What’s in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (with Employer Match)
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.

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