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Substance Abuse Counselor

Emerald Care Behavioral Health

Job Description

Job Description

The Substance Abuse Counselor will primarily serve adult clients dealing with substance use challenges, providing therapeutic support and relapse prevention strategies. Working within a multidisciplinary team alongside social workers, the counselor manages a caseload typically ranging from small to medium size (under 15 up to 30 clients), facilitating group therapy sessions and closely monitoring client progress to foster sustainable recovery.

 

Responsibilities

  • Conduct group therapy sessions for adults
  • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
  • Maintain thorough and accurate documentation
  • Develop and implement relapse prevention strategies

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), CDCA, LCDC II, or LSW credentials
  • Experience in substance abuse counseling
  • Skilled in case management
  • Proficient in documentation and reporting
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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