Substance Abuse Counselor- Women's Residential Rehabilitation Services

Are you motivated by knowing youve made a difference in someones 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 clientcentered care and recoveryoriented treatment within a therapeutic environment. We are looking for innovative staff for our newly licensed Womens 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.

The salary for this position is $28.85.

We currently have Full Time SundayThursday; Full Time TuesdaySaturday and Part Time Saturday & Sunday

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:

• 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.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• Minimum of Bachelors degree in Human Services Social Work Sociology or related field from an accredited institution. Masters degree in related field highly preferred.
• Certification in alcohol and drug counseling LADC I or II preferred.
• Experience or education in substance abuse treatment and mental health disorders required. 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 veteransrelated needs and issues preferred.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.
• Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:

• BCBS Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and LongTerm Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2000 Medical OptOut 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

For more information or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail email or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page. Mailed emailed or faxed cover letter resume and applications will not be reviewed.

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age marital status disability gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact .

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.