D103 - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CAC I/II or CADC I/II)
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports, as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County, and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services, as well as crisis intervention services, awareness, education, and recovery groups.
About the role
River Edge is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team within the Adult Addictive Disease Outpatient Program. We provide comprehensive, coordinated, and evidence-based outpatient treatment services to support individuals on their journey to full recovery from substance use disorders.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual counseling and support to clients and their families affected by substance use disorders.
- Facilitate group counseling sessions, including process therapy groups and educational sessions on addiction-related topics.
- Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans, addressing substance use and any co-occurring needs.
- Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary treatment team members to ensure coordinated, client-centered care.
Requirements
- Required Certification or Licensure: CAC I/II or CADC I/II OR LMSW or LPC with a minimum of two years’ experience in a social service-related role.
- Skilled in facilitating group therapy and skills training.
- Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders is a plus.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid vacation
- Retirement plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 11 Paid holidays
- Voluntary Life Insurance
Schedule
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location
175 Emery Highway, Macon, GA