Are you motivated by knowing you've made a difference in someone's 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 at Independence Hall!\n

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.\n

We are currently hiring for the following shifts:
Full Time Sunday-Thursday 11am-7pm
Part Time Saturday-Sunday 8am-4pm
Part Time Saturday-Sunday 12pm-8pm
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The salary for this position is $28.85.

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WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:\n\nPerforms 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.\nAssists client through individual, group, substance use or mental health use disorder counseling.\nDevelops 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.\nRefers clients to appropriate treatment modality based on assessment. Recommends treatment plans for clients to program manager and criminal justice officials.\nDevelops and facilitates process groups and educational programs.\nEnsures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to client confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.\nAttends and participates in all meetings as required.\nPerforms special projects and other duties as assigned.\n\n

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:\n\nMinimum of Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or related field from an accredited institution. Master's degree in related field highly preferred.\nCertification in alcohol and drug counseling, LADC I or II preferred.\nExperience 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.\nDemonstrated knowledge of military culture, experience in working with veteran population and an understanding of veterans-related needs and issues preferred.\nMust be able to successfully pass a CORI\/Background records check.\nCompliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered\n\n

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:\n

Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:\n\nBCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\nEmployer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.\n$2000 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.\nRetirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nTuition Reimbursement Program\nPaid Parental Leave\n\n

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.\n

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 careers1@veteransinc.org.\n

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