Substance Use Disorder Counselor - Outpatient Substance Use - Peoria

About the role

The Counselor provides high-quality behavioral health services to both inpatient and outpatient populations, focusing on competent, ethical, and compassionate care within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting evaluations
• Developing treatment plans
• Counseling patients and families
• Cooking care
• Supporting positive treatment outcomes
• Facilitating programming for court-ordered referrals
• Aiding in post-treatment planning
• Maintaining communication with referral sources

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field
• Relevant certifications or licensure within two years, such as LPC, LSW, or certified drug counselor credentials

Skills

• Critical thinking
• Multicultural sensitivity
• Basic computer proficiency
• A patient-centered approach

Knowledge

• Chemical dependency treatment
• Legal systems
• Care continuum options

Additional Duties

• Professional development
• Community education
• Patient teaching
• Participation in departmental activities to promote safety and quality care