Counselor & Counselor Assistant

$2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS for FULL-TIME!!!

At Cove Forge, we understand that recovery from substance abuse and maintaining sobriety can be a lifelong process, so we have specially designed our rehabilitation program at our treatment center to provide the skills and support necessary for an individual to have the best possible chance of achieving lifelong success. Our goal is to provide men and women with a strong foundation upon which they can build a life free from the influence of substances and provide them with a chance to achieve a healthier and hope-filled future.

Cove Forge is currently hiring Counselors to provide treatment & support to assist patients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction or other behavioral problems.

Requirements (Must meet one of the following):

1. A Master's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services field) or other related field.

2. A Bachelor's Degree with the same educational requirements and 1 year of clinical experience.

3. An Associate's Degree with the same educational requirements and 2 years of clinical experience.

4. Full certification as an addictions counselor by a statewide certification body, which is a member of a National certification body or certification by another state government's substance abuse counseling certification board.

5. Current licensure in this Commonwealth as a registered nurse and a degree from an accredited school of nursing and 1 year of counseling experience.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K + Match
• Monday-Friday + 1 Wknd/Month

Primary responsibilities include:

• Conduct group individual sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Cove Forge Williamsburg is an EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person