Relief Counselor - Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Substance Use Disorder Counselor Position Highlights

• Non-exempt position
• Hourly rate is $23.32/hr and up (based on education and experience)
• Flexible hours, no set schedule or required hours per month
• Ability to decline offered shifts
• Paid training and continuing education
• Supportive, collaborative environment

Substance Use Disorder Counselor Responsibilities

• Assessing clients' physical and mental behaviors
• Facilitating individual and group therapy sessions in English and Spanish
• Collaborating with psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, social workers, and departments of correction
• Identifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recovery
• Aiding primary caregivers in managing addiction-related behavior

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• CADC-R, or ability to be credentialed as CADC-R by MHACBO
• One year of experience in social services or behavioral health
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen (including cannabis)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in psychology or counseling
• Bilingual - Spanish/English
• Completed coursework on substance use disorders
• CADC I or CADC II certification
• Previous experience working in treatment for substance abuse disorders
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems, specifically CareLogic
• Experience with co-occurring health and mental health disorders