Substance Abuse Counselor

Overview

Whit Deer Run Allenwood has an opportunity to hire a Substance Abuse Counselor to join their Amazing Team!

As a Substance Abuse Counselor you will rovide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Salary: $16.50 - $21.00 / Hour

Shifts Vary from Monday-Friday, Sunday-Thursday, or Tuesday-Saturday, no rotating weekends

About Us:

With 7 treatment centers located throughout Pennsylvania, White Deer Run is uniquely prepared to provide a full continuum of comprehensive care to men and women whose lives have been impacted by substance abuse, addiction, and a variety of co-occurring mental health disorders.

The White Deer Run Treatment Network is dedicated to ensuring that each person is treated as an individual, receives a treatment plan tailored to his or her specific needs, and is provided with the skills and support that are necessary for him or her to successfully live a full and rewarding lifestyle, free from chemical dependency.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.

• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.

• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.

• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.

• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.

• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.

• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.

• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.

• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.

• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.

• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.

• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Counseling

• Experience with alcohol and drug addictions. Backgrounds in psychology, human services and criminal justice are welcome

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.

• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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