ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELOR | MENTAL HEALTH

Job Description

Job Description

IRON Recover and Wellness Center

Position : Counselor (Licensed Preferred : LAC, LSW, CADC, LCSW, LPC, LCADC)

Location : Trenton, NJ

Type : Part time

Days : Flexible

Shift Hours : Fee For Service (FFS)

Pay Rate(s) : Bachelor’s Level, Non-Licensed : $35.00 per hour; Master’s, Non- Licensed LAC, LSW, CADC : $37.00 per hour; LCSW, LPC, LCADC : $45.00 per hour

About the Role :

The Alcohol and Drug Counselor plays a crucial role in supporting individuals struggling with substance use disorders by providing comprehensive counseling and treatment services. This position is focused on helping clients develop coping strategies, understand the impact of addiction, and work towards recovery goals. Counselors will conduct assessments, create personalized treatment plans, and facilitate group and individual therapy sessions. The ultimate aim is to empower clients to achieve and maintain sobriety while improving their overall quality of life. By fostering a supportive and non-judgmental environment, the counselor will help clients navigate their recovery journey effectively.

Role Requirements :

• All FFS clinicians will complete weekly clinical supervisory sessions with designated clinical supervisor in accordance with state, federal and professional board requirements.
• Groups, Individual's, and assessments for psychotherapy sessions will be provided for 30 minutes.
• FFS Paid hours include groups, individuals & assessments

Role Responsibilities :

Skills :

The required skills in substance use disorders and substance abuse prevention are essential for effectively assessing and treating clients. Counselors will utilize their knowledge to develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs. Strong communication skills are necessary for facilitating therapy sessions and building rapport with clients. Additionally, the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams enhances the support network available to clients. Preferred skills, such as advanced counseling techniques, will further enrich the counselor's ability to guide clients through their recovery process.

Additional Requirements :

The candidate must pass a Physical & Drug Screening (Including THC ) & possess the ability to attend and successfully complete all required trainings. Individual must meet physical requirements of the job to include sitting at a meeting table or desk, reaching, lifting, bending, standing, stooping, twisting, climbing steps, and driving a vehicle.

The candidate must pass required Criminal Record History Clearance, FBI and Child Abuse History Clearance. Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.

Benefits :

FFS Clinicians who are regularly scheduled to work 40 hours or more per week are eligible for full time benefits including health insurance. FFS Clinicians who are regularly scheduled to work less than 40 hours are not eligible for benefits.

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.