Substance Abuse Counselor- Men's RRS

Veterans • Worcester, MA

12d

About The Position

Are you motivated by knowing you've made a difference in someone's life and in our community? Do you have a passion for helping those in substance abuse recovery? If you answered yes, then you may have what it takes to be part of the Veterans Inc. team! We provide client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment within a therapeutic environment. We are looking for innovative staff for our licensed Men's Residential Rehabilitation Services (RRS) Program, which is open to both veterans and the community. We are looking for a goal oriented, skilled, and hardworking professional to fill the role of Substance Abuse Counselor. The primary goal of this position is to provide support and substance abuse counseling services to substance abuse treatment program patients to help ensure that the major objectives of their treatment are attained. This position works as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide clients with necessary program information, and is responsible for providing clients with direct individual and group counseling, education, clinical or case management services to assist clients with treatment plans and goals. We are looking for a full-time, Sunday - Thursday, 9am-5pm employee.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience or education in substance abuse treatment and mental health disorders required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.
• Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in related field highly preferred.
• Certification in alcohol and drug counseling, LADC I or II preferred.
• 2+ years of experience working in substance abuse treatment/mental health disorders is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of military culture, experience in working with veteran population and an understanding of veterans-related needs and issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs intake, evaluation, orientation, admissions, treatment planning, counseling, documentation, discharge planning and referral of substance abusing clients.
• Assesses all new intakes to determine presence and extent of substance abuse issues and mental health illness; completes evaluation report.
• Assists client through individual, group, substance use or mental health use disorder counseling.
• Develops and documents individualized treatment plans that address the needs of substance abuse client population.
• Collects statistics as required for reports; prepares required reports and paperwork and maintains audit ready client files.
• Refers clients to appropriate treatment modality based on assessment.
• Recommends treatment plans for clients to program manager and criminal justice officials.
• Develops and facilitates process groups and educational programs.
• Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to client confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Attends and participates in all meetings as required.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:
• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level