Substance Use Counselor

Community Research Foundation
San Diego, CA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Substance Use Counselor, you will provide crisis intervention, case management, and rehabilitative counseling services to clients with substance abuse issues. You will work in a collaborative team structure to provide optimal supports to clients and help them change their lives for the better.

What You Will Do

Your responsibilities will include providing individual and group substance abuse counseling, assisting in developing and designing curriculum, facilitating substance abuse groups, and providing cross-training to the rest of the team.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is a great fit for someone who is passionate about providing care and support to individuals with substance abuse issues and who is committed to working in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in substance abuse counseling
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

  • 19 days of PTO per year
  • 12 paid holidays per year
  • Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt
  • Access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Choice of medical plans with minimal employee cost/expenses
  • Several dental plan options
  • Vision benefits
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
  • Generous retirement plan contributions
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
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