Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Summary:

The Substance Abuse Counselor is a counseling professional who provides treatment and support to patients in their recovery from substance use disorders/drug addiction. The Substance Abuse Counselor works directly with patients by helping them modify their behaviors and work towards long-term sustained recovery. The Substance Abuse Counselor is an integral part of the overall treatment team that also includes support staff, physicians, mid-level practitioners, nurses, and other counselors.

Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week.

Job Functions (May Include):

• Conducts and documents initial and on-going assessment of patient’s strengths, bio psychosocial histories, substance abuse and mental health treatment needs
  In consultation with the Clinical Director, provides crisis assessment and intervention
  Conducts individual counseling sessions
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care
  Through the use of acceptable therapeutic interventions and techniques, assists patients in establishing and reaching treatment goals
• Documents and reports patient progress on an ongoing basis in progress notes, treatment plan reviews and thorough discharge summaries
• Ensures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear, concise manner

Qualification Requirements & Education

Counselors at Coastal Community Behavioral Health must be graduates of an accredited school and hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a social or health services field. Applicants must be a Certified Addiction Counselor CAC-I or CADC-I (CAC-II  or CADC-II preferred)

Interested applicants may contact our office at (912) 434-1794, Ext. 1 for additional information.