COUNSELOR II

Job Description

Job Description

Job Posting Title : COUNSELOR II

Job Description

Position : Counselor II, Addictions

Location : Southwood Interventions, 5701 S. Wood St., Chicago, IL 60636

Wage : $22 - $24.00 per hour

Wage may increase depending on level of college degree, degree type, experience above the minimum requirements, and clinical licensure or credential type.

Job Type : Full-time

Southwood Interventions is seeking Senior Counselor or Counselor II or Lead Counselors who are experienced in Addiction Counseling, Substance Use Disorder and Substance Abuse Counseling to work onsite treating Adults in our community. In this role, you have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people with substance abuse issues gain control of their lives.

At Southwood Interventions, our job is helping others. We need passionate, talented people working together who share our desire to provide the best quality care to our patients and lead the fight against alcohol and other drug use and abuse.

As a Counselor you will complete comprehensive assessments of a patient's substance-use history and treatment requirements, and prepare individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plan. You will provide individual and group counseling, as well as psychoeducation, in accordance with treatment plans and perform case management services. Additionally, you will document treatment and discharge plans, client's responses to treatment - including ASAM continued-stay determinations and will maintain related records and charts.

Required certification or license : IAODAPCA certification CADC or IC&RC Counselor certification CRADC, CSADC, CAADC or LSW, LCSW, LPC, or LCPC and

Two (2) years paid work experience in a substance abuse, correctional, or other human services counseling position.

Who We Are :

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, detention, residential treatment and re-entry / transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Benefits & Perks : We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR JOB SUMMARY

In this role, you will provide group and individual counseling, community support, case coordination and crisis intervention services to clients with a primary substance use disorder diagnosis.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to :

Minimum Requirements

IAODAPCA certification as Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor ( CADC ) or

IC&RC Counselor certification ( CRADC, CSADC, CAADC) ; or

Licensed Social Worker ( LSW ), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ), or

Licensed Professional Counselor ( LPC ) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor ( LCPC ).

Other Qualifications :

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

Join Us in Building Better Futures!

Interested in joining a team providing life changing care to youth, adults, and families? Apply today!

If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org

About Company :

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.