Substance Abuse Counselor
About The Position
South Central Mental Health is currently recruiting a Substance Abuse Counselor. Must have LCAC, LAC or LMAC. The population we serve includes children, adults and families with diverse backgrounds and diagnoses. Must be license eligible in the state of Kansas. Benefits: $2,000 Sign on bonus for 12-month commitment, 401(k) participation, 401(k) 5% salary match after one year of employment, eligible for paid vacation after six months of employment and accrual begins at hire date, paid sick leave accrual begins at hire date, employer paid life insurance and LTD after one year of employment, low-cost employee health and vision insurance options, no cost employee dental coverage, and 10 paid holidays per calendar year. National Health Service Corps Site. South Central Mental Health also offers opportunities for obtaining clinical supervision and CEU's.
Requirements
- Must have LCAC, LAC or LMAC
- Must be license eligible in the state of Kansas
- Hear, speak and write in English clearly
- Vision adequate to observe clients and make chart entries
- Detail oriented, good interpersonal skills, good communication skills, and good problem-solving skills
- Must be able to remain calm and professional when addressing clients
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet agency insurance guidelines as this position requires ability to drive to agency centers and local community partner sites in order to meet the needs of consumers and the community
- Reliable transportation is required
- Must pass a criminal background and driver’s license check to the satisfaction of SCMH, KDADS and licensing agencies
Responsibilities
- Provide substance use assessments/evaluations
- Provide individual, group and family treatment
- Collaborate with team and community partners to ensure quality care
- Maintain all professional credentialing requirements
- Adhere to the standards of ethics for mental health professionals
- Regular and predictable attendance is required
- Provide other duties as assigned
Benefits
- $2,000 Sign on bonus for 12-month commitment
- 401(k) participation
- 401(k) 5% salary match after one year of employment
- eligible for paid vacation after six months of employment and accrual begins at hire date
- paid sick leave accrual begins at hire date
- employer paid life insurance and LTD after one year of employment
- low-cost employee health and vision insurance options
- no cost employee dental coverage
- 10 paid holidays per calendar year
- National Health Service Corps Site
- South Central Mental Health also offers opportunities for obtaining clinical supervision and CEU's.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
