Counselor II - Senior Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Apis Services, Inc.•Woodridge, IL

2d•$0 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Counselor II - Senior Alcohol & Drug Counselor for Southwood Interventions in Chicago, Illinois. Working in conjunction with a supervisor and treatment team, the Counselor provides chemical dependency counseling services to patients and their families or collaterals through assessment and the design, implementation, and revision of treatment plans. The role also provides group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination, and crisis intervention for clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis. The position is full-time with varied shifts and pays $22.00 per hour. Employment is administered through Apis Services, Inc. The role requires applicable alcohol and drug counselor or behavioral health credentials, counseling experience, communication and time-management skills, and the ability to work independently and manage behavior safely.

Requirements

IAODAPCA certification as a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC), or IC&RC Counselor certification (CRADC, CSADC, or CAADC), or a license as an LSW, LCSW, LPC, or LCPC; current licensure, CADC, or IC&RC certification is required.
Two years of counseling experience.
Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and independent judgment in making decisions.
Ability to promote positive behavior and manage resistant behavior.
Physical ability to safely and effectively manage aggressive behavior.
Assertiveness, confidence, and leadership abilities.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective time-management skills.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
Must pass federal and state background checks and applicable pre-employment checks, including employment or personal references and driving records.
Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with substance abuse (listed as preferred).
LCPC is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete an assessment of each client.
Initiate and sustain each individual’s motivation to participate in treatment.
Develop a comprehensive service plan for each client.
Provide daily treatment and curriculum-based education groups.
Provide chemical dependency counseling to patients and their families or collaterals through assessment and the design, implementation, and revision of treatment plans.
Provide group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination, and crisis intervention to clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis.
Work in conjunction with a supervisor and treatment team.