Substance Abuse Counselor

Overview

Location : 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058

Annual Pay Rate : $50,000 to $54,000, depending on experience

Schedule : Monday - Friday 9 : 00am - 5 : 00pm

Embark Behavioral Health is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor to support adolescents ages 12-17 in their addiction recovery journey. Every day, you'll connect with teens who are working through substance use and emotional challenges. You'll guide them through individual and group therapy sessions, helping them build trust, learn coping skills, and make healthier decisions. You'll collaborate with a team of professionals to create a safe, structured environment where each adolescent can grow, heal, and move forward. Whether you're supporting a breakthrough moment or helping a youth navigate a tough day, your presence will make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each adolescent's needs
• Facilitate one-on-one counseling sessions focused on substance use, emotional regulation, and life skills
• Lead engaging group therapy sessions on recovery, relapse prevention, and healthy decision-making
• Engage families in the treatment process through education, therapy, and ongoing support
• Provide crisis intervention and behavior management aligned with program policies
• Collaborate with residential staff, case managers, and medical professionals to ensure holistic care; participating in staff meetings, clinical consultations, and ongoing professional training.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with state, federal, and licensing standards

Qualifications

Benefits

Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey with us!

If you're ready to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact on young lives in our community, we want to hear from you!

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community.

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