Substance Use Counselor

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time! Salary

Starting at $19.00/Hr dependant upon experience If you’re passionate about helping others reclaim their lives and you’re looking for a workplace that invests in you, Cove Forge is ready to welcome you. We’re seeking a dedicated Substance Use Disorder Counselor to join our dynamic clinical team. Here, your work truly matters—you’ll be part of an organization that provides life‑changing support to individuals in our community. About Us In its 30 years of service, Cove Forge has become one of the leading behavioral health treatment centers in Pennsylvania. The men and women who come to our center receive quality care that emphasizes the unique needs of every individual. Located in the mountains of the Williamsburg countryside, Cove Forge strives to help our clients find lifelong sobriety. Disorders We Treat Addiction and co-occurring mental health disorder treatment at Cove Forge Behavioral Health At Cove Forge, men and women receive treatment for chemical dependencies, including: Alcohol Addiction Heroin Addiction Cocaine Addiction Meth Addiction Opioid Addiction Marijuana Abuse Synthetic Marijuana Abuse We also provide treatment for co-occurring mental health disorders. Every individual at our center works with both a chemical dependency counselor and a mental health counselor to ensure appropriate interventions are made at every level to address his or her concerns.

Essential functions

• Conduct individual, group or family counseling sessions as scheduled and document as required. Facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors. Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patient. Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient. Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed. Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner. Provide crisis intervention to patient as needed. Plan for aftercare for assigned patient. Act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested. Provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care. May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
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• FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill requirements