CD Counselor/Social Worker/Therapist- Addictions

Seven Counties Services • Louisville, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role provides essential counseling and support services to individuals facing substance use disorder issues. The position involves direct client interaction, comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and detailed documentation, all while adhering to regulatory and licensure standards. Additionally, the role includes indirect client services, collaboration with referral sources, and participation in organizational responsibilities such as staff meetings and committee functions.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in human services field
• Minimum of four years’ counseling or related experience with individuals with substance use disorders
• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) credential issued by Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family counseling to help clients identify and resolve personal substance use disorder issues.
• Utilizes assessment and diagnostic tools and forms to gather information pertaining to client history to assist in developing accurate assessments and treatment planning.
• Maintains accurate documentation of individual, group and family counseling sessions and activities adhering to established regulations and licensure standards.
• Provides information to clients with substance use disorders and related issues through educational sessions which may include presentations, films, chalk talks, etc.
• Consults with client referral sources on issues related to client treatment and therapy progress.
• Provides a variety of indirect client services including writing correspondence on behalf of clients, submitting court reports, and making court appearances, charting medical records, conducting case reviews and treatment planning, making telephone contacts, and monitoring client fees.
• Performs multiple organizational responsibilities including attending and participating in supervisory and staff meetings, performing assigned committee functions, facilitating non-clinical collaboration with other departments, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level