Chemical Dependency/ Sud Counselor

**Responsibilities**:
Canyon Ridge Hospital is currently seeking a compassionate and talented **Substance Abuse Counselor** to join our team.

At Canyon Ridge Hospital we understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, addiction, and suicide affects millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to be a leader in behavioral healthcare, dedicated to excellent service in the community.

Canyon Ridge Hospital has serviced the Greater Inland Empire since 1989. Canyon Ridge is a 157-bed acute, locked psychiatric facility offering services to adolescents ages 13-17, adults and older adults.

We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment. For some, anxiety or drug dependence looks different from others with the same diagnoses, and in some cases, behavioral health and substance use disorders occur simultaneously. In these cases of dual diagnosis, we treat the patients in the best way possible given their specific needs.

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A Substance Abuse Counselor is responsible for providing treatment management, in conjunction with the treatment team, of the chemically dependent patient and family from the initial phases of treatment through continuing care. Must be knowledgeable in the theory, technique, and practice of counseling within this specialty and utilize this expertise in providing individual, group, and conjoint counseling, as well as delivering program content such as education and specialty groups.

This opportunity provides the following:

- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Competitive Compensation
- Canyon Ridge Hospital provides a challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

Qualifications:
**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Associate degree from an accredited program with SUD Specific Education required, bachelors preferred.
- Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor who’s registered with either CCAPP or CAADE.
- Ability to maintain information as highly confidential.
- Able to meet deadlines. Basic data entry and computer skills required. Time management and sound organizational skills.
- Skills in dealing courteously with the public and individuals within the organization. Knowledgeable of patient rights, and basic laws pertaining to mental health. Basic personnel management or supervisory skills helpful.

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**Salary**: Starting from $25.00 to $31.00 an hour