Substance Abuse Counselor

Make a Difference as a Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor

Are you passionate about helping others and making a meaningful impact in your community? Patrick Henry House, located in Jetersville, VA, is seeking a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team on a part-time basis. If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can provide support and guidance to individuals on their journey to recovery, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Summary

As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals affected by substance use disorders. This part-time position requires availability during evenings, holidays, and weekends. You will work closely with clients to provide counseling, education, and resources to help them overcome challenges and achieve their recovery goals.

Duties

• Conduct thorough intake assessments and diagnostic evaluations to determine clients' substance use history, mental health status, and treatment needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and behavioral therapy techniques
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions focused on addiction recovery, mental health support, and relapse prevention
• Engage in crisis intervention and crisis management to ensure client safety and stability during challenging moments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate case management, discharge planning, and community resource linkage
• Participate in ongoing research initiatives and data collection efforts to monitor treatment outcomes and improve service quality

Skills

• Proven experience in addiction counseling, clinical counseling, or behavioral health settings with a focus on substance abuse recovery
• Strong knowledge of psychotherapy modalities including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and relapse prevention strategies
• Familiarity with crisis intervention strategies, crisis management protocols, and trauma-informed care
• Ability to perform assessments, diagnostic evaluation, and case management effectively within a residential setting
• Experience working with home & community care programs, hospital environments, or outpatient clinics is highly desirable
• Proficiency in medical terminology, medical documentation practices, and understanding of ASAM treatment model and HIPAA compliance standards
• Excellent communication skills for conducting intake interviews, patient education, family counseling (child & family counseling), and group therapy sessions

Qualifications

We welcome candidates with the following credentials:

• LPC
• LCSW
• LMFT
• LSATP
• CSAC
• CSAC-Supervisee
• Resident in Counseling
• Supervisee in Social Work
• LMFT Resident

Licensure supervision can be provided on site.

Education

• Master’s degree required in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field.

Preferred Experience

• Substance use disorder treatment
• Residential or ASAM programs
• Group facilitation
• DBHDS / Medicaid documentation

Why Join Patrick Henry House?

At Patrick Henry House, we are deeply committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both our clients and our team members. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and empower individuals to take control of their lives. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.