Job Description
POSITION TITLE: ADDICTIONS COUNSELOR
First Step Counseling in Sioux Falls is seeking a full-time Addictions Counselor. This position involves working Tuesday through Saturday (including conducting group sessions). Preference will be given to those who are Certified or Licensed Addiction Counselors in the State of South Dakota.
Joining our team as an Addiction Counselor offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals’ lives as they navigate the challenges of addiction recovery. Pay dependent on experience and qualifications.
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Counselors at First Step provide addictions counseling and treatment services to individuals while encouraging accountability and positive behavioral change. Applicants must currently be certifiable at ACT, CAC, or LAC level for addiction counseling through the State of South Dakota Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals. Understanding and proficiency in ASAM criteria is required as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
DUTIES include but not limited to:
-Conduct bio-psycho-social assessments and evaluations as assigned.
-Facilitate Intensive Outpatient group therapy sessions and individual counseling sessions.
-Document client’s participation in all scheduled group and counseling sessions.
-Develop discharge summaries on all clients and send to appropriate individuals.
-Insure that all charting and all patient records comply with accreditation requirements.
-Attend training required for professional certification to meet program licensing standards.
-Perform other tasks as assigned.
If interested, please email resume to: frontdesk@takeyourfirststep.com