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Certified Substance Use Counselor (CADC, LPC, or LSW) Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change. This position is fully remote. However, in the future will require 1 day in office on Friday's at 315 North Racine Avenue Chicago, IL 60607.
Work Schedule: Flexible 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. Evening group responsibilities are conducted remotely Monday through Thursday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.Outpatient Substance Use Counselors (CADC, LPC or LSW) are responsible for: Completing comprehensive assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements and preparing individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment plans Providing individual and group counseling and educational programs in accordance with treatment plans Documenting treatment and discharge plans and clients' progress and responses to treatment, as well as maintaining related records and charts Performing case management and contributing to client care monitoring Caseload typically includes some complex cases requiring more intensive services Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and life experience, with a minimum of 100 hours of documented clinical training in counseling theory and practice required
  • Current certification as a substance abuse counselor (CADC) or higher licensure (Licensed Professional Counselor/LPC, Licensed Social Worker/LSW) in state of hire required
  • Minimum 2 years of previous experience in substance abuse or mental health counseling required
  • Related work experience with program specific population (adolescent/adult) and outpatient treatment setting required
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
  • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data
  • Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy
  • Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises
  • Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a Alpharus vehicle
Compensation: Range is between $25.64 - $32.28 per hour Starting rates are determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and relevant skills. Alpharus Health conducts annual performance reviews, with merit increase eligibility determined by employee performance and organizational financial performance. Benefits at Alpharus: Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums Employee assistance programs focused on mental health Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service9 paid company holidays Work-life-balance Personal Development: Training & Development Programs Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar yeare Learning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets.

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Level

Senior

Salary

$25.64 - $32.28 per hour

Location

Chicago, IL

Occupation

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Industry

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

Posted

2 days ago

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