Substance Abuse Counselor

Job Details

*$2000 Sign-On Bonus*

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Philadelphia Drug & Alcohol Treatment Center offeringboth inpatient and outpatient Psychiatric and Substance Abuse counseling and treatments.
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard has always been at the forefront of innovation in providing treatment services for individuals with substance use and mental health challenges. It is a willing partner to the City of Philadelphia in serving City residents. The Center's role in the health and wellness of the citizens of Philadelphia has been. It continues to be critical, particularly given its location and easy access to much-needed services in the surrounding communities.
We provide effective, evidence-based Behavioral Health services and partner with participants in their wellness journey. Our services include:

• Substance Use Disorder Services
• Inpatient Psychiatric Services
• Outpatient Drug & Alcohol Treatment Services

We deliver these services in a manner that is spiritually and culturally sensitive and responsive to community needs. Let us help you through your recovery journey.

Summary and Qualifications:

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of counseling techniques as they relate to drug and or alcohol abuse, physical behavioral and emotional characteristics and manifestations of drug and alcohol dependency, and individual and group behavior. Ability to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with clients and other treatment team members. Can express ideas verbally and in writing for any necessary documentation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Counselor will meet with newly assigned clients within twenty-four (24) hours of admission and review with the client at the time the initial Treatment Plan, all Releases of Information, Policy, Rules, and schedule of the Unit.
• Obtain data on the client's background and behavior, including Social History, Family history, and other psychosocial data to determine diagnosis, counseling needs, and treatment approach.
• Complete the Psychosocial History and Evaluation of each assigned client within the first week of admission.
• Employ the information gathered from the Psychosocial history and Evaluation in formulating an individualized treatment plan for each client.
• Provide individual and group counseling services to patients having drug and alcohol problems.
• Complete regular treatment plan updates clearly and concisely with measurable goals.

Qualifications:

Must meet Department of Health (DOH) chapter 704 staffing requirements.At least a Bachelor's Degree or CAC with 1-year Counseling experience; a Master's Degree preferred. Must have two years of working experience in the Human Services field. Experience working in the Drug and Alcohol Program is preferred. Prior training in ASAM and Confidentiality preferred

In addition - we offer the following benefits:

• $2000.00 Sign on Bonus
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Short/Long Term Disability Coverage
• Retirement Planning
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off (for qualifying positions)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Stability that coincides with working for a national leader with a 100-year history of providing excellent behavioral health care

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/M/F/D/V

Full-time, 40 per week

 The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard

 07/01/2024

 Philadelphia,PA