Outpatient Counselor

Description

Under the direct supervision of the Day/Outpatient Clinical Supervisor, the Outpatient Counselor provides clients with individual counseling for personal development. Provides substance use disorder group counseling, skill building sessions and alcohol/drug education classes. Implements program activities and provides supervision of outpatient , day treatment, and aftercare clients. Hours are from 12pm to 8pm, Monday through Friday. In-person/on-site attendance required.

Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) or an advanced clinical degree in human services, such as a master's in clinical psychology or master's in counseling psychology, or social work preferred. For non-CSACs, must be willing to work toward obtaining CSAC certification within two years of hire. Two years direct work experience in substance use disorder treatment services preferred. Must have a demonstrated ability to produce effective treatment plans and updates and perform appropriate discharge planning including producing viable discharge summaries. Requires effective verbal and written communications skills, maturity, insight and sound judgment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Salary range ($20-$26), based on experience and training.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

+ Masters or better in Counseling Psychology

Experience

Preferred

+ 2 years: Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)