Community Health Resources
Substance Use Counselor: PTIP East- Fee For Service- 6648
Community Health Resources, Windham, Connecticut, us, 06280
Substance Use Counselor: PTIP East- Fee For Service- 6648
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Substance Use Counselor: PTIP East- Fee For Service- 6648
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Community Health Resources
JOB TITLE:
Substance Use Counselor
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Fee For Service, Part-time, 10 hours/week
SCHEDULED HOURS:
Primarily Evenings and Saturdays; hours based on needs of the program
PROGRAM/LOCATION:
PTIP East, Willimantic, CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
PTIP East
DUI Evaluations and DUI Education Groups (AEP) / Drug Evaluations and Drug Education Groups (DEP)
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide psychoeducation counseling and support to individuals and groups with substance use disorders, utilizing both professional training and personal recovery experience.
Educate clients and their families about behavioral health and substance use disorders, treatment options, and coping strategies.
Coordinate and manage client care with community providers and other referral agencies to ensure comprehensive and continuous treatment in collaboration with the client’s assigned clinician/therapist and clinical team.
Meet all requirements of program contracts, including productivity, caseload management, reporting, and timeliness of client contact.
Perform tox screens, including observed urine screens, oral swabs, and/or hair testing.
Attend training sessions conducted by CHR staff or external consultants as requested or required.
Actively participate as a full member of the treatment team, attending all staff meetings and team meetings.
Perform other duties related to the position as needed.
Qualifications
Must have knowledge of substance use disorders.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be computer literate.
Education:
Associate or bachelor’s degree required.
Experience:
Personal experience with recovery and a commitment to supporting others on their journey is highly valued in this role. Minimum of 2 years’ experience with associate’s degree and (1) year experience with a bachelor’s degree working in a setting with individuals with substance use problems.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
C.A.C. or C.A.D.C. preferred.
Why Join CHR?
Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday.
Retirement Savings: Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance: Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance.
Education & Tuition Support: Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs; student loan repayment assistance at select sites.
Career Development: Free robust training curriculum with Clinical Training Series; internal career fairs.
Wellness Program: Annual wellness stipend; Calm app subscription; confidential counseling sessions via EAP.
Employee Involvement: DEI initiatives and employee resource groups; leadership luncheons with the CEO.
Stay Informed: Weekly CEO video updates and monthly newsletters.
And more: Benefits available to all staff, subject to eligibility.
COMPENSATION:
$26.00/hour
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
Note:
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
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Substance Use Counselor: PTIP East- Fee For Service- 6648
role at
Community Health Resources
JOB TITLE:
Substance Use Counselor
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Fee For Service, Part-time, 10 hours/week
SCHEDULED HOURS:
Primarily Evenings and Saturdays; hours based on needs of the program
PROGRAM/LOCATION:
PTIP East, Willimantic, CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
PTIP East
DUI Evaluations and DUI Education Groups (AEP) / Drug Evaluations and Drug Education Groups (DEP)
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide psychoeducation counseling and support to individuals and groups with substance use disorders, utilizing both professional training and personal recovery experience.
Educate clients and their families about behavioral health and substance use disorders, treatment options, and coping strategies.
Coordinate and manage client care with community providers and other referral agencies to ensure comprehensive and continuous treatment in collaboration with the client’s assigned clinician/therapist and clinical team.
Meet all requirements of program contracts, including productivity, caseload management, reporting, and timeliness of client contact.
Perform tox screens, including observed urine screens, oral swabs, and/or hair testing.
Attend training sessions conducted by CHR staff or external consultants as requested or required.
Actively participate as a full member of the treatment team, attending all staff meetings and team meetings.
Perform other duties related to the position as needed.
Qualifications
Must have knowledge of substance use disorders.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be computer literate.
Education:
Associate or bachelor’s degree required.
Experience:
Personal experience with recovery and a commitment to supporting others on their journey is highly valued in this role. Minimum of 2 years’ experience with associate’s degree and (1) year experience with a bachelor’s degree working in a setting with individuals with substance use problems.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
C.A.C. or C.A.D.C. preferred.
Why Join CHR?
Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday.
Retirement Savings: Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance: Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance.
Education & Tuition Support: Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs; student loan repayment assistance at select sites.
Career Development: Free robust training curriculum with Clinical Training Series; internal career fairs.
Wellness Program: Annual wellness stipend; Calm app subscription; confidential counseling sessions via EAP.
Employee Involvement: DEI initiatives and employee resource groups; leadership luncheons with the CEO.
Stay Informed: Weekly CEO video updates and monthly newsletters.
And more: Benefits available to all staff, subject to eligibility.
COMPENSATION:
$26.00/hour
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
Note:
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
#J-18808-Ljbffr