Counselor II - $2,000 Sign On Bonus
About The Position
Abraxas Youth and Family Services is hiring a full-time Counselor II at Woodridge Interventions in Woodridge, Illinois. The Counselor provides chemical dependency counseling services to patients and their families or collaterals, working in conjunction with a supervisor and treatment team. Services include assessment and the design, implementation, and revision of treatment plans, along with group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination, and crisis intervention for clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis. The role includes varied shifts. Compensation is $26.00–$31.00 per hour, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus if eligible. Voluntary overtime opportunities may be available. DailyPay is available. Abraxas Youth & Family Services has provided services and support for more than 50 years, with a focus on helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.
Requirements
- Current licensure as an LSW, LPC, or CADC.
- Two years of counseling experience.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in decision-making.
- 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, including screening for specified crimes.
- Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, which may include 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’ experience working with substance abuse; listed as 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 in conjunction with the supervisor and treatment team.
- Design, implement, and revise treatment plans.
- Provide group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination, and crisis intervention to clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance program.
- Wellness programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Company-paid training.
- Paid training programs.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Certification opportunities.
- Leadership development programs.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Opportunities across multiple service lines.
- DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
- A $2,000 sign-on bonus, if eligible.
- Voluntary overtime opportunities may be available for additional earnings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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