Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Addiction Recovery Center

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor plays a vital role in delivering high-quality behavioral health services to inpatients and outpatients. Responsibilities include providing evaluation, counseling, and therapeutic services to patients and families, assessing social, psychological, and chemical abuse histories, and developing individualized treatment plans. They act as liaisons and advocates, maintaining open communication with referral sources and interdisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes. Additional duties involve coordinating care, facilitating court-ordered programs, assisting with patient adjustment, documenting progress, and participating in professional development activities. Qualifications require relevant certifications such as CSADC, LSW, LCSW, LCPC, CAADC, LPC, or CADC, along with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or related fields. Essential skills include critical thinking, cultural sensitivity, basic computer proficiency, and patient-focused care. The role demands knowledge of chemical dependency treatment, legal systems, and evidence-based protocols. Overall, the counselor contributes to clinical excellence, patient education, and community engagement, supporting recovery through compassionate, ethical, and evidence-driven practices.