Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare•Allenwood, PA

8d•$20

About The Position

Join Our Amazing Team at White Deer Run Allenwood! Are you passionate about helping women overcome addiction and mental health challenges? White Deer Run Allenwood is seeking a dedicated Substance Use and Mental Health Disorder Counselor to provide compassionate care and support for lasting recovery. What You’ll Do Provide treatment and counseling to assist patients in their recovery from substance use disorders, eating disorders, and other behavioral health concerns. Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique needs. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care. What We Offer Starting Pay: $20/hour Significant Impact: Help women reclaim their lives and achieve long-term wellness. Flexible Scheduling: Shifts available Monday–Friday, Sunday–Thursday, or Tuesday–Saturday ( no rotating weekends! ) About White Deer Run With seven treatment centers across Pennsylvania, White Deer Run provides a full continuum of care for individuals impacted by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our mission is to treat each person as an individual, offering tailored treatment plans and the skills needed to live a fulfilling, addiction-free life. We value: Clinical Excellence Integrity Compassion Teamwork Respect for Individual Needs

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.
Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

Responsibilities

Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.