Part-Time Substance Abuse Counselor (Vandalia)

About Recovery Works Healing Center

Recovery Works Healing Center is a purpose-driven provider of behavioral health services dedicated to empowering individuals facing addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges. Through compassionate comprehensive and personalized care we guide clients from darkness into light with evidence-based treatments supportive housing and youth-focused services. Our vision is to create a community where everyone has access to the resources needed to achieve recovery resilience and holistic well-being.

Our values Compassion Integrity and Personalized Care shape every aspect of our work and ensure we provide the highest quality support to those we serve.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and client-focused Substance Abuse Counselor to join our Clinical Services this part-time non-exempt role you will provide direct clinical care to individuals experiencing substance use disorders supporting them through therapeutic services treatment planning and recovery-oriented interventions. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on client recovery within a compassionate mission-driven environment.

What Youll Do

Client & Clinical Support

• Conduct assessments individual group and family counseling psychoeducation urinalysis and therapeutic behavioral services within licensure and supervision limits.
  
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and the treatment team.
  
• Support clients in skill development relapse prevention and symptom management.
  
• Provide referrals and connect clients with community resources (housing employment healthcare peer recovery supports).
  
• Assist clients with navigating medical psychiatric and social service systems.
  
• Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and assist in safety planning under supervision.
  
• Collaborate with case managers therapists referral sources and family members to ensure continuity of care.
  

Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate documentation of services assessments and treatment plans in compliance with HIPAA 42 CFR Part 2 and organizational standards.
  
• Participate in clinical supervision team meetings and case reviews.
  
• Uphold ethical standards professional boundaries and organizational policies.
  
• Engage in professional development and training including supervision required for licensure.
  

Requirements

• Associates Degree Required; Bachelors or Masters Degree in Behavioral Science Preferred
  
• Current/Active LCDC II Required; LCDC III LICDC or LICDC-CS Preferred
  
• Knowledge of substance use and co-occurring disorders recovery models and therapeutic principles.
  
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office telehealth platforms).
  

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment.
  
• Trauma-informed and recovery-focused organizational culture.
  
• Flexible scheduling with opportunities for growth.
  
• Meaningful work helping individuals achieve sustained recovery and wellness.