Substance Abuse Counselor

Wellpath • Fresno, CA

2d

About The Position

The Substance Abuse Counselor provides direct care to patients experiencing mental, emotional, and substance abuse issues. Working closely with the treatment team, the counselor supports the interdisciplinary treatment process for patients with a dual diagnosis. The role includes developing and conducting substance abuse education and treatment activities, providing individual and group counseling, assessing patients, and developing and implementing Recovery Plans in accordance with company standards.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a social services-related field, or certification in the substance abuse field, or experience in the substance abuse field.
• Ability to work with computers and software used by the department.
• Relevant experience providing addiction counseling services.
• Certified as a Counselor in Training under supervision, or licensed in social work, counseling, or psychology.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Licensure or certification in an addiction counseling specialty, such as Certified Addiction Counselor, Registered Addiction Counselor, or Certified Addiction Professional (CAP), is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and individual substance abuse activities for patients and develop related programs.
• Assess and evaluate patients for co-occurring disorders and determine the level of care.
• Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional development through in-service education and other resources, while complying with Human Resources requirements.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity by treating each patient as an individual and considering their cultural background when providing care and treatment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• DailyPay
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free counseling and health coaching
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time