Counselor Intern

American Addiction Centers•Etta, MS

About The Position

The Counselor Intern coordinates and provides individualized case management, group therapy, and biopsychosocial assessment services, including counseling, for clients at the facility. The role includes case management, developing client resources, vocational counseling, discharge and continuing-care planning, and client placement. The Counselor Intern maintains communication with referral sources and other service providers as needed and acts as a liaison with the Utilization Review (UR) Department on aspects of client care. While working toward CADC certification, the intern is required to attend weekly one-on-one supervision. The position supports American Addiction Centers’ mission to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults experiencing addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, and to help clients, their families, and communities achieve recovery and wellness.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in and studying drug and alcohol counseling, social work, or a related field at an accredited institution.
Ability to work effectively with people and help them adjust to their specific problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members, and staff.
Knowledge and experience in running groups, meetings, and/or activities.
Ability to read and interpret written information and write clearly and informatively, editing work for spelling and grammar.
Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and seek clarification; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; and participate in meetings.
Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google products.
Prolonged sitting at a desk.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working in a substance abuse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide individualized case management, group therapy, biopsychosocial assessments, and counseling for facility clients.
Develop client resources and provide vocational counseling.
Plan for discharge and continuing care, and assist with client placement.
Maintain communication with referral sources and other service providers as needed.
Act as a liaison with the UR Department regarding client care.
Attend weekly one-on-one supervision while working toward CADC certification.