Outpatient Addictions Counselor - Contract Position (55939)

YSS•Ames, IA

4d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

YSS is looking for empathetic, insightful, and skilled Independent Contractors to serve as Outpatient Addictions Counselors, helping us make a lasting difference in the lives of young people facing substance use disorders. In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting youth navigating substance use challenges by providing assessments for chemical dependency and delivering both individual and group counseling in a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field.
At least two (2) years of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy.
Current Iowa Substance Abuse Counselor Certification (tCADC, CADC, or IADC).
Formal training in the field of substance use disorders.
Contractor must maintain professional liability insurance.
Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Be mission-driven, with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive social impact.
Consistently approach their work with humility, respect, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
Demonstrate reliability and independence, managing responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Speak a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).
Navigated recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability.

Responsibilities

Lead Individual and Group Counseling Sessions: Facilitate engaging and therapeutic sessions that offer clients the space to explore challenges, celebrate progress, and provide feedback on the program.
Empower Client Autonomy: Support each client's right to make their own choices and respectfully help them navigate the natural consequences and reactions to those decisions.
Develop and Implement Treatment Plans: Collaborate with clients to create personalized treatment plans, and take an active role in putting those plans into action.
Provide Crisis Intervention: Respond effectively and compassionately to clients experiencing crisis, ensuring safety and emotional support.
Conduct Educational Programming: Facilitate Substance Abuse Awareness Groups to promote understanding and informed decision-making around substance use and recovery.