Individual Addiction Counselor

Human Resources•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The Individual Addiction Counselor provides individualized counseling to patients in the company’s residential substance abuse treatment programs. The counselor manages an assigned caseload, conducts individual therapy sessions, selects and applies appropriate treatment modalities, and helps patients plan for discharge. The role works collaboratively with treatment teams, departments, internal staff, and external agencies to support patient recovery and safety. The company describes its treatment approach as local, individualized, holistic, and relational, with a mission to unlock human potential and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. The ideal candidate is empathetic, patient, organized, adaptable, emotionally intelligent, committed to ethical practice and professional development, and able to maintain calm and professionalism in high-stress situations. The position reports directly to the Clinical Director.

Requirements

Active state license required.
Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with electronic health records.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to a drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use is essential.
Authorization to work in the United States is required.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in a clinical role preferred.
Experience in chemical dependency or addiction treatment preferred.
Passion or interest in substance abuse recovery strongly preferred.
Empathy, patience, commitment to helping others overcome addiction, and knowledge of therapeutic approaches.
Ability to adapt therapeutic approaches to individual patient needs; communicate openly; build rapport and trust; work collaboratively; manage caseloads; pursue professional development; uphold ethical standards; handle stress calmly; adapt to changing environments; identify and solve patient-care challenges; welcome feedback; and prioritize patient success and safety.

Responsibilities

Manage an assigned set of patients and conduct individual therapy sessions.
Select appropriate treatment modalities and apply them effectively.
Assist patients with discharge planning, including FMLA, short-term disability, and sober housing.
Attend Treatment Team meetings as needed.
Collaborate effectively across treatment teams and departments.
Maintain positive relationships with internal staff and external agencies.
Perform additional duties as assigned.