Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor
CFG HEALTH SYSTEM LLC•Toms River, NJ
•$47 - $51•Onsite
About The Position
The Licensed Clinician Alcohol and Drug Counselor provides direct counseling and therapeutic services to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. This role is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, case management, and discharge planning. The clinician collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams to support recovery and reduce relapses in a correctional or community-based setting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Active state licensure as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (e.g., LADAC, LADC I/II)
- CPR certification required
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in substance use treatment or a related behavioral health setting preferred
- Knowledge of addiction treatment models, recovery-oriented systems of care, and trauma-informed practices
- Familiarity with documentation standards and electronic health records (EHRs)
- Correctional experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct substance use assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based practices
- Maintain a regular caseload and document all services in compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations
- Refer clients to appropriate external services and coordinate care with outside providers as needed
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Collaborate with medical, mental health, and case management teams
- Participate in quality improvement activities, case conferences, and staff meetings
- Ensure compliance with confidentiality laws, ethical standards, and licensing board regulations
- Provide psychoeducation on addiction, recovery, and coping skills
- Maintain CPR and other required certifications
- Conducts comprehensive assessments for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
