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D103 - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CAC I/II or CADC I/II)

River Edge Behavioral HealthMacon, GA
Onsite

About The Position

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join their team within the Adult Addictive Disease Outpatient Program. This program provides comprehensive, coordinated, and evidence-based outpatient treatment services to support individuals on their journey to full recovery from substance use disorders. Employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. River Edge offers outpatient services at their Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

Requirements

  • CAC I/II or CADC I/II OR LMSW or LPC with a minimum of two years’ experience in a social service-related role.
  • Must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

  • Skilled in facilitating group therapy and skills training.
  • Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual counseling and support to clients and their families affected by substance use disorders.
  • Facilitate group counseling sessions, including process therapy groups and educational sessions on addiction-related topics.
  • Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans, addressing substance use and any co-occurring needs.
  • Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary treatment team members to ensure coordinated, client-centered care.

Benefits

  • health, dental, and vision benefits
  • paid vacation
  • retirement plans
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • 11 Paid holidays
  • Voluntary Life Insurance

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