Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Co-Occurring Disorder Team

About the role

Join ReDiscover’s CPRC and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and interact with a caseload of clients with diverse characteristics either in-person or over the phone.
• Conduct high quality clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in a timely manner.
• Identify and provide clinical interventions and referrals for clients based on their needs.
• Empower clients to develop and nurture the knowledge, skills, and support systems crucial to promoting optimal functioning in the community.
• Continually assess clients for lack of progress, progress, or emergent needs and address those needs clinically.
• Engage difficult-to-serve clients by investigating all potential resources in order to gain access and make connections.
• Collect and maintain information about clients and document interactions within ReDiscover’s designated electronic medical record.
• Communicate and collaborate with an internal multi-disciplinary team to address various aspects of wellness and ensure positive communication regarding the coordination of client care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Science field (as defined by the Department of Mental Health).
• Certified or registered as a Substance Use Disorder Professional by the Missouri Credentialing Board. Appropriate certifications include CADC, CRADC, CRAADC and other Counseling Credentials defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board.
• Active Professional Counselor license (LPC) or Provisional Counselor license (PLPC) through the state of Missouri or a Master Social Worker license (LMSW) with registered supervisor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience in direct service provision in a mental health setting.
• Working knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct service provision in a mental health setting.
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Customer service skills with a recovery focus.
• Written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more.

Pay

• $40,000 - $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

• Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs.

Grow With Us We’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor through training, collaboration, and meaningful work. Ready to join a team that’s passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.