Addictions Counselor

Must be Registered or Certified Addictions Counselor

```Duties```
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the appropriate treatment plan for individuals struggling with addiction
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address the underlying causes of addiction and develop coping strategies
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors and psychologists, to provide comprehensive care for patients
- Educate patients and their families about addiction, recovery, and relapse prevention strategies
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with legal and ethical standards

```Skills```
- Crisis management: Ability to effectively handle crisis situations and provide immediate support to individuals in distress
- Patient care: Compassionate and empathetic approach to providing care for individuals struggling with addiction
- Social work: Understanding of social determinants of health and ability to connect patients with community resources and support networks
- Medical records: Proficient in maintaining accurate and organized medical records in accordance with privacy regulations
- Applied behavior analysis: Familiarity with behavior modification techniques to promote positive changes in patient behavior
- Behavior management: Ability to implement strategies to address challenging behaviors associated with addiction
- Addiction counseling: Expertise in providing evidence-based counseling interventions specifically tailored for individuals struggling with addiction

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.23 - $26.77 per hour

Expected hours: 20.00 – 25.00 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person