Substance Abuse Counselor

At Strive Recovery, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you will play a vital role in guiding patients through their recovery journey, whether by facilitating individual or group sessions, assisting with treatment planning, or supporting clients as they develop coping strategies. This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to help individuals reclaim their lives in a safe, supportive, and professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical, dental and vision plans

Generous vacation plan

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Regular staff appreciation and recognition

What We’re Looking For

Passion for working in a residential addiction treatment setting

Ability to engage with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Job Responsibilities

Maintain and manage a caseload in compliance with state and regulatory standards

Facilitate group therapy and educational presentations

Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments and individualized treatment plans, tailoring care to client needs while meeting compliance requirements

Monitor and evaluate progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary

Coordinate care with other providers and community resources, including referrals and case management tasks

Engage family and natural supports in treatment with client consent

Stay up to date with developments in the field of substance use disorder treatment and maintain all required state licensure standards

Collaborate with other professionals, programs, and associations in the field

Maintain accurate and thorough client records

Serve as the primary point of contact for coordination and communication across systems of care

Support clients in accessing primary care services when needed

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Active Indiana license : LCAC, LAC, CADAC II–V, APIT, ICACI, ICACII, NCAC I–II, or MAC required

Strive Recovery is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment, free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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