Outpatient Addictions Counselor Contract Position (56083)

YSS is looking for a empathetic insightful and skilled Independent Contractors to serve asOutpatient Addictions Counselorshelping us make a lasting difference in the lives of young people facing substance use disorders.

In this position you will play a vital role in supporting youth navigating substance use challenges by providing assessments for chemical dependency and delivering both individual and group counseling in a safe respectful and empowering environment.

What Youll Do...

• Lead Individual and Group Counseling Sessions: Facilitate engaging and therapeutic sessions that offer clients the space to explore challenges celebrate progress and provide feedback on the program.

• Empower Client Autonomy: Support each clients right to make their own choices and respectfully help them navigate the natural consequences and reactions to those decisions.

• Develop and Implement Treatment Plans: Collaborate with clients to create personalized treatment plans and take an active role in putting those plans into action.

• Provide Crisis Intervention: Respond effectively and compassionately to clients experiencing crisis ensuring safety and emotional support.

• Conduct Educational Programming: Facilitate Substance Abuse Awareness Groups to promote understanding and informed decision-making around substance use and recovery.

This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.

Who You Are...

You believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to heal grow and build a healthier future. You combine clinical expertise with empathy meeting youth where they are while challenging and encouraging them to move forward. Whether youre conducting assessments leading counseling sessions or supporting someone through a difficult moment you build trust through respect compassion and consistency.

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this we ask for the following:

MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Services or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of experience providing individual group and family therapy.
• Current Iowa Substance Abuse Counselor Certification (tCADC CADC or IADC).
• Formal training in the field of substance use disorders.
• Contractor must maintain professional liability insurance.
• Must be 21 years old with a valid drivers license.

The IDEAL Candidate Will:

• Be mission-driven with a commitment to equity inclusion and positive social impact.
• Consistently approach their work with humility respect and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
• Demonstrate reliability and independence managing responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Speak a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.

Who We Are...

Were YSSone of Iowas largest and longest-standing nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission is simple but powerful: spark hope create opportunity and help young people thrive.

• From life-changing programs to a new 50-acre recovery campus were expanding fast and thinking big. Learn more at .
• We value the unique backgrounds identities and experiences each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer were committed to building a respectful inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can grow and succeed.
• YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.

Stay Connected...

We communicate with applicants viaemail- straight from our Paycom system address: .Please check your inbox regularly (and your spam/junk folder just in case).If the message does end up in spam/junk make sure to add to your list of safe may also send you texts if you give us that permission when you apply. Questions Reach us anytime at

Our Hiring Process - Heres What to Expect...

• Apply Submit your application at We review your skills and experience
• Interview Phone video or in-person conversation
• References Well connect with 3 professional references
• Screening Background check driving record check and license verification if required
• Offer If its a match youll receive a formal offer through Paycom