Substance Abuse Counselor

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Job Description

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation
Great Work Environment
Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary
We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team! As a Substance Abuse Counselor on the team, you will be handling a manageable caseload of patients looking to you for treatment and help to overcome a wide variety of addiction issues. Your role will be to support and uplift your clients, offering resources and support for them, creating and implementing treatment options, and identifying core issues that could be contributing to their abuse. The ideal candidate is compassionate, has excellent communication skills, and has experience working with people struggling with addiction and abuse.

Responsibilities

Handle a manageable caseload of patients
Identify core underlying issues that may be contributing to a history of substance abuse
Create and implement treatment plans that fit each patient
Uplift and support patients, working with them and their families to help create realistic, lasting change

Qualifications

Licensure with the state desired
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Strong compassionate outlook, with an upbeat and positive personality
Experience working with substance abuse desired

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