Substance Recovery Counselor

Catholic Charities of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties • Lansing, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, every team member plays an essential role in advancing our mission to serve vulnerable individuals and families with compassion and dignity. As part of our team, you will contribute to a wide range of services aimed at fostering hope, healing, and empowerment within the communities we serve. As a Substance Recovery Counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals who are either seeking recovery or navigating their ongoing journey. You will provide compassionate counseling, personalized treatment plans, and critical resources to individuals, groups, and families affected by substance misuse. Your role will be one of encouragement, offering both emotional support and practical guidance to help clients overcome challenges and achieve lasting recovery. You will empower clients to rebuild their lives and thrive within their communities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Services, Public Health, or related field with respective license.
• Bachelor degree in applicable field may be accepted in lieu of above.
• Experience in substance abuse counseling
• Degree or license in related field
• Mission-Driven: Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work
• Collaborative Team Player: Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals
• Solution-Oriented Problem Solver: Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them
• Culturally Sensitive: Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
• Integrity: Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization’s mission

Nice To Haves

• Unencumbered license in social work, counseling, psychology, or marriage and family counseling
• Prior experience in substance abuse counseling
• Bilingual – Spanish

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake evaluations with clients to determine their needs and recommend best next steps
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community resources
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• A few hours of weeknight availability each week

What This Job Offers

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