Substance Abuse Counselor

***CADC intern, CADC or LCADC in NJ required

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Schedule: Monday-Friday 5a-1:30pp

ARS Treatment Centers specialize in outpatient treatment for those suffering from opioid use disorder. Our clinic is one of ten locations in the mid-Atlantic region that provides specialized outpatient medication-assisted treatment..

Respect, Empowerment, Professionalism, and Excellence are operationalized at all levels of the organization. We welcome input and ideas from patients and staff at all levels and incorporate them into our daily activities, interactions and strategic plan. We are currently seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team

ARS rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:

Benefits

Competitive Wages
We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your work/life balance whether you are looking for full-time, part-time or PRN employment options
Opportunities for Career Advancement and Personal Growth
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
401k Retirement With Company Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
And More

Employee Perks Program

Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets
Tuition Reimbursement
In Facility Training/In-service Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
Verizon Wireless Discount

Position Description:

The Substance Abuse Counselor provides direct counseling and case management services to patients, consisting of individual, and group services, including assessment, individualized treatment plans, counseling and aftercare services. The Substance Abuse Counselor will adhere to the vision and mission of the Company.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assess assigned clients and develop individualized treatment plans
Completes assessments and other required documentation according to policy to procedure.
Conduct individual counseling session with assigned clients.
Document individual counseling sessions with assigned clients in accordance with facility policy and procedures, State regulations and CARF standards within the established time frame.
Conduct group therapy sessions on a regular basis as scheduled.
Document individual and group therapy sessions within established time frames and according to policies and procedures.
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of counseling theory and techniques.
Demonstrate adequate knowledge of DSM-5.
Develop and implement appropriate therapeutic activities and/or programs.
Address issues identified in the treatment plans and focus on problems that occur.
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of group process, mental illness/substance abuse, developmental disabilities, and other designated skill areas.
Conduct emergency counseling sessions as needed.
Appropriately de-escalate disruptive or crisis situations.
Be appropriately available to clients during times of emotional, physical or life crisis.
Present appropriate client information to the treatment team; participate in team discussion and evaluation of client goals, objectives and motivations.

Qualifications:

Must be CADC Intern, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or LCADC in NJ
MAT experience preferred
Have demonstrated superior clinical skills and the ability to share expertise with others
To understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures
Trained/certified in CPR and Basic Life Support
Knowledge of 12-step Recovery Program theory preferred
Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of and experience working with Microsoft Access helpful.

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