Substance Use Counselor

Type:Full TimeSalary/Pay Rate:$55,000 - $95,000Posted Date:03/16/2022

Richard Hall Community Health and Wellness Center

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Exempt

Experienced Substance Use Counselor at or close to licensure (LCSW/LPC and LCADC). Fast-paced, team-oriented environment in which we provide comprehensive care to individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health concerns in Level 1 and Level 2.1 treatment. Experience with MI and CBT a plus.

Requirements: Master's degree in social work or equivalent from an accredited graduate program; must have an LAC or LSW at minimum.

Relevant clinical experience with the dually diagnosed clinical populations, and familiar with self-help aspects of treatment (12 Step programs, Dual Recovery, MI, etc.); age specific knowledge & skills; must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to: adults, children, adolescents, older adults. Must demonstrate knowledge of key principles of wellness and recovery, trauma informed care, cultural competency, growth and development of the life span, possess the ability to assess data reflective of the individual's status and be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each individual's needs relative to his/her age in accordance with the Center's policies and procedures.

Preferred: Minimum of two years of postgraduate experience; knowledge and literacy in use of computer and electronic health record systems. At or close to full licensure (LCSW, LPC); close to completing LCADC. Bilingual (Spanish/English) and experience working with diverse populations. Other specialized skills/experience desirable (sexual abuse, domestic abuse, personality disorders, forensic, or gerontology.)

Candidates with lived experience in mental health and/or substance use disorders and in recovery are encouraged to apply.