Counselor

About the role

A person working at this location will be working under very minimal on-site supervision. Must be able to self-direct and should have solid previous experience with SUD and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and individual treatment plans within established timeframes.
• Facilitating psycho-educational and process groups as defined by the curriculum.
• Providing individual counseling according to timeframes established per program and documenting each session according to policies and procedures.
• Maintaining clinical records in accordance with contractual and Spectrum standards.
• Serving as a role model/mentor for program participants while maintaining professional boundaries and addressing participant issues, concerns, and inappropriate behaviors promptly and in accordance with Spectrum’s clinical design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field is required.
• State certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in the state of Virginia or similar certification/license recognized by the Virginia Board of Professional Counselors is preferred.
• Experience working within a correctional or secure environment is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be able to self-direct and have solid previous experience with SUD and treatment planning.

Skills

• Ability to self-direct and work independently.
• Experience with substance abuse treatment and counseling.
• Knowledge of psycho-educational and process group facilitation.
• Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and address participant issues.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401k with company contribution.
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment.

Pay

$26.44/hr. ($55,000 annually).

Candidates with a CSAC, CADC, or equivalent certification/license are eligible for $28.85/hr. ($60,000 annually).

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (3 days per week) and 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm (2 days per week) with a 1-hour unpaid meal break.