Addiction Counselor Jobs

Sign On Bonus

• $4,000 sign on bonus - unlicensed
• $5,000 sign on bonus - licensed

Position Purpose
This full time position will provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a member of a dedicated, caring team in the delivery of addictions treatment services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.
Job Requirements

• Demonstrated education, training or experience with evidenced based practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC) required within 2 years of hire
• Second level clinical license (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) required for Therapist title - Remote opportunity available for fully licensed candidates

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and work independently to complete documentation in automated software system
• Demonstrated education, training or experience with evidenced based practices
• Familiar with conducting clinical assessments, individual, family and group counseling
• Familiarity with the adult criminal justice population
• Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed
• Desire to work with Adults in a residential team oriented substance abuse setting Sunday-Thursday.
• Practical Understanding of substance use disorders and symptoms in the DSM 5
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources

Essential Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients, and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with rules and regulations.
• Undertake primary counselor responsibilities for designated patients.
• Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, therapeutic passes, and discharge plans).
• Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
• Conduct assessments, individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for patients and/or family members.
• Work hours prescribed by the Coordinator hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, employees and community groups.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials

• Additional $1.50/hour residential/inpatient differential
• Additional $.50/hr with CADC certification
• Starting rate for Masters - $24.44/hour
• Starting rate for Bachelors - $21.11/hour

Benefits

• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Licensure/certification reimbursement (qualifications apply)
• Vision insurance
• Certain facilities offering on-site gym
• Referral program
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Wellness plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Group life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance (qualifications apply)
• Health insurance with multiple options to meet your needs

Schedule: 8 hour shifts

• Sun - Thurs OR Tues through Sat
• Four day shifts (8:30am to 5pm) and one evening shift (11am-7:30pm)

Work Location: Rosecrance Harrison Campus - Rockford, IL
About Us
Leaders in recovery. Champions of hope.
Rosecrance is a private not-for-profit organization and nationally recognized leader in treating substance use and mental health disorders for children, adolescents, adults, and families. With nearly 60 locations in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa, our physician-led team has developed an innovative, multidisciplinary, outcomes-informed approach.
Since 1916, our unmatched legacy as a proven behavioral healthcare leader is a source of hope and strength to those we serve and provides a roadmap for the best opportunity for lasting recovery. Rosecrance served nearly 50,000 clients last year.
Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer.
EducationRequired

• Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field

Preferred

• Masters or better

Licenses & CertificationsRequired

• IL-CADC