Certified Substance Use Counselor (CADC, LPC, or LSW)

Who is Alpharus Health? Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change. Why join us? Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values. Location: 1706 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 View facility details here! Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00AM-4:30PM Certified Substance Use Counselors are responsible for: Completing comprehensive assessments of clients’ substance abuse history and treatment requirements and preparing individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plansProviding individual and group counseling and educational programs in accordance with treatment plansDocumenting treatment and discharge plans and clients’ progress and responses to treatment, as well as maintaining related records and chartsPerforming case management and contributing to client care monitoringCaseload typically includes some complex cases requiring more intensive servicesOther duties as assigned Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice requiredCurrent certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (LPC, LSW) in state of hire requiredMinimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling requiredRelated work experience with program specific population (adolescent/adult) and residential treatment setting required Physical Requirements: Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clientsExerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and dataAbility to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracyAbility to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noisesMust be at least 21 years of age to operate a Gateway vehicle Compensation: Range begins at $25.64 - $32.28 per hourStarting rates are determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and relevant skills. Alpharus Health conducts annual performance reviews, with merit increase eligbility determined by employee performance and organizational financial performance. Benefits at Alpharus: Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependentsEmployee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiumsEmployee assistance programs focused on mental health Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by AlpharusFlexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent carePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service9 paid company holidaysWork-life-balance Personal Development: Training & Development ProgramsTuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar yeareLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related trainingClinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.