Drug & Alcohol Counselor Assistant

Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Addiction Center • Butler Township, PA

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About The Position

The Drug & Alcohol Counselor Assistant is an entry-level counseling and case management position in the drug and alcohol treatment field. The employee works closely with experienced Addiction Treatment Counselors while developing the skills and experience needed to grow into an Addiction Treatment Counselor. The position receives direct and close supervision from Clinical Administration as part of a training and development pathway.

This full-time hourly, non-exempt position is in the Inpatient department and pays $20.00 per hour. The schedule follows either Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday, based on organizational needs. The primary work environment is an office, with sitting and standing typical of an office setting and manual dexterity required to use a computer keyboard. Extended hours may be required to meet client needs.

The Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center is a nonprofit addiction treatment organization that has served people and families affected by substance use disorders since 1971. It provides inpatient and outpatient services using a compassionate, evidence-based, holistic, and trauma-informed approach.

Requirements

• Some knowledge of addiction treatment.
• Some knowledge of individual and group therapy in addiction treatment.
• Ability to maintain professional client charts.
• Adherence to professional ethical standards and ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients.
• Meet at least one Pennsylvania Department of Health Division of Drug and Alcohol Licensure staffing qualification for counselor assistant: a master's degree in a human service area; a bachelor's degree in a human service area; licensure in Pennsylvania as a registered nurse; an associate's degree in a human service area; or a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Complete the training requirements in § 704.11 relating to the staff development program.
• Assignment of a full caseload is contingent upon the supervisor's positive assessment of the counselor assistant's individual skill level.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and pre-employment drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform client intakes, assessments, and evaluations.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy.
• Provide case management for clients.
• Write group and individual notes.
• Prepare client treatment plans and treatment plan updates.
• Prepare client discharge summaries and aftercare plans.
• Participate in clinical staffing and present client summaries.
• Provide crisis interventions.
• Review client progress with funding sources.
• Maintain professional relationships with referral sources.
• Complete required agency, county, and state documentation.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Promote and follow safe working practices and take steps to prevent injuries.
• Comply with confidentiality policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, conferences, and staff development trainings.
• Perform other related job duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Free life insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family benefits available
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) through the organization's nonprofit status
• Short-term disability
• Accident insurance
• Critical care insurance
• Cancer Protection Assurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Coverage of the cost of approved professional trainings
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed