Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Counselor - PT
DCCCA
- Wichita, KS
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Administers comprehensive drug and alcohol screenings, assessments and evaluations to clients and assists in determining appropriate consequences and/or learning experiences based upon test results
- Coordinates client services ranging from assessment and treatment planning, through discharge and aftercare
- Recruits speakers, prepares presentations, obtains films and other related materials as necessary to enhance client understanding of presenting problems
- Identifies and makes other referrals as necessary
- Presents educational lectures to help clients develop ongoing treatment and recovery plans
- Facilitates individual, group and family counseling sessions that promote positive interaction, encourage group socialization, group cohesiveness and unity among clients
- Develops and maintains professional relationships with clients at all times
- Prioritizes identified problems that require resolutions, establishes goals and objectives, utilizes available resources and arrives at decisions appropriate for client treatment planning
- Aides in client decision making by promoting positive attitudes, feelings of awareness and change and building self-esteem
- Educates, coaches and guides clients through the process of using cognitive and behavioral skills such as thinking reports, DBT, RET, step work, etc.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services is required; Master's degree preferred
- Requires an LAC; LMAC preferred
- Additional Master's level BSRB preferred
- Prior work in addictions prevention or treatment is preferred
- A valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Must pass pre-employment background checks, reference checks, and drug screening