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Chemical Dependency Counselor

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C hemical Dependency Counselor / LSW / LPC - Gratiot, OH (#TE1027)

Location:

Gratiot, OH Employment Type:

Full-time (32-40 hrs/week) Hourly Rate:

$22.13 - $30.46/hour (experience-dependent)

Position Overview:

Provide evidence-based counseling to individuals battling chemical dependency. Lead group/individual sessions, educate families, and advocate for patients using a bio-psychosocial approach in a dynamic treatment setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide therapeutic counseling to individuals struggling with chemical dependency using a bio-psychosocial approach.

Educate patients and families about the disease process of chemical dependency.

Lead group discussions, work one-on-one with patients, and assign group activities for Mental Health Technicians.

Assess patient needs and recommend appropriate groups.

Complete billing charges/sheets daily.

Utilize historic and current data to assess patient needs and provide effective counseling.

Provide individual and group crisis intervention, as well as family clinical interventions.

Act as a client advocate, mediator, and facilitator.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education:

LSW or LPC required.

Licensure:

Must be licensed by the Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.

Current licensure by the Chemical Dependency Professionals Board as an LCDC II, III, or LICDC. Higher than CDCA.

Experience:

Chemical dependency counseling

Soft Skills:

Crisis intervention • Client advocacy • Family mediation

Benefits

Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation:

$22.13 - $30.46/hour

Comprehensive Benefits:

Full benefits package offered.

Work Schedule:

Full-time day shift position, occasional evening group coverage. Hours could be 32 hours a week or 40 hours a week.

Professional Growth:

Leadership in crisis response and family therapy