Description
Position Summary
A Substance Abuse Therapist provides counseling and therapeutic support to individuals struggling with alcohol, drug, and behavioral addictions. The therapist assesses client needs, develops treatment plans, facilitates individual and group therapy sessions, and helps clients build coping skills to support long-term recovery.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct client assessments and intake evaluations
- Develop individualized treatment and recovery plans
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment records
- Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as needed
- Educate clients and families about addiction and recovery processes
- Coordinate care with healthcare providers, case managers, probation officers, and community resources
- Facilitate relapse prevention and crisis intervention strategies
- Ensure compliance with confidentiality laws and ethical standards
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
- Knowledge of addiction treatment modalities and recovery principles
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and crisis management skills
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in inpatient or outpatient treatment settings
- Experience with co-occurring mental health disorders
- Familiarity with evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing
Skills and Competencies
- Empathy and active listening
- Conflict resolution and de-escalation
- Case management and documentation
- Group facilitation
- Cultural competency
- Time management
Pay: $55,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Okeechobee, FL 34972: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
MASTERS DEGREE REQUIRED
Pre-licensed therapists preferred
Licensure NOT required prior to hire