Substance Abuse Counselor

The Substance Use Counselor provides outpatient substance use treatment services at the Pathlight HOME campus and drop-in center. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual and group counseling focused on recovery and relapse prevention. The clinician provides crisis intervention, case management, and care coordination with housing staff, healthcare providers, and community partners.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations to determine client's substance use and mental health needs
• Implement crisis intervention techniques to manage acute behavioral health episodes effectively while ensuring client safety.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, family members and community resources including Pathlight HOME staff to coordinate comprehensive care plans tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
• Refer individuals to supportive community services and resources as appropriate; document in client record
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with Housing staff, community agencies and partner organizations.
• Communicate with client referral source or support workers, to notify them of the intake, discharge, or dead file via required monthly summaries and other communication measures, as appropriate.
• Consult with community providers for coordination of care and treatment planning.
• Complete required trainings and maintain all credentialing requirements as outlined by IMPOWER, funders, and accreditation bodies
  
  

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or a human services related field from an accredited college or university
• CAP, MCAP, LCSW, LMFT or LMHC credentialing required
• A minimum of two (2) years experience providing substance use and/or co-occurring treatment; or demonstrated understanding of addiction, recovery principles and Stages of Change
• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or in community-based setting strongly preferred.
• Valid drivers license and auto insurance, and successful motor vehicle driving record background check
• Negative result from a multi panel drug screen
  
  

• To be part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
• Experience the rewards of making a real impact in the lives of teens.
• Gain experience in behavioral health and trauma-informed care.
• Collaborate with awesome people who support and uplift each other.
  
  

Join a team that’s committed to your success on the job and beyond. Apply Today. Help us build brighter futures one shift at a time.

IMPOWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IMPOWER celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at impowerhr@impowerfl.org.

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