Substance Abuse Counselor

About the role

New Season offers exciting benefits and is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to join their team. With over 30 years of experience, they provide safe, quality, and best-in-class care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients through individual, group, and family counseling
• Work with a collaborative treatment team to identify and meet clinical needs
• Document patient progress through counseling and interaction through groups
• Create and implement individual and group treatment plans
• Educate patients on treatment, health issues, and recovery steps
• Perform at least 20 hours of direct patient contact per week
• Complete intakes, admissions, discharges, and transfer paperwork
• Obtain Urine Drug Screens and initial patient photo identification
• Achieve and maintain professional standards and ethical conduct

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Services or related field
• Experience in substance abuse field preferred, but not required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of addiction treatment principles and practices

Qualifications

• Pass relevant state licensing/certification exams
• Compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Skills

• Strong counseling and therapeutic skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of addiction treatment principles and practices

Benefits

• Early morning hours
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with up to 3% matching
• Education and tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus (up to $2,000)

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule with early morning hours to promote work-life balance.