Substance Abuse Counselor - Jfk Adatc

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Buncombe County, NC, United States
Base: $43,267 to $75,718; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Group and individual counseling experience
Knowledge of community support groups
Client screening and referral skills
Employees assist clients with substance use disorders with development of cognitive, behavioral, social, and vocational skills through the use of counseling, behavioral and case management interventions

Job Summary

  • Employees assist clients with substance use disorders with development of cognitive, behavioral, social, and vocational skills through the use of counseling, behavioral and case management interventions.
  • The Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center is a 68-bed inpatient treatment facility designed to meet the needs of adults with substance use disorders from the 44 westernmost counties in North Carolina.
  • JFK is committed to the continuous professional development of our employees, offering clinical supervision for various credentials and continuing education in specialized areas.

Matching Summary

Employees assist clients with substance use disorders with development of cognitive, behavioral, social, and vocational skills through the use of counseling, behavioral and case management interventions.

Salary

Base: $43,267 to $75,718; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Group and individual counseling experience
  • Knowledge of community support groups
  • Client screening and referral skills
  • Behavioral intervention therapy

Nice-to-have

  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Experience with criminal justice system clients
  • Professional development opportunities

Key Requirements

  • Credentialed as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), or Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist – Associate (LCAS-A), or equivalent
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Pass a background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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