Addiction Counselor

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intuitAnchorage (AK)

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

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About the role

Company Overview: Wisdom Traditions Counseling Services is committed to providing compassionate, holistic care to individuals and families dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. Our approach emphasizes individualized, person-centered treatment and a strong family-systems perspective. We are currently seeking a dedicated Addiction Counselor with Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) certification to join our dynamic clinical team.

Summary: As an Addiction Counselor, you will play a key role in helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of addiction recovery. You will be responsible for providing direct counseling services, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and supporting clients throughout their recovery journey. This position requires a strong foundation in addiction counseling, as well as the ability to provide trauma-informed care and work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities: Provide individual and group counseling to clients with substance use disorders. Conduct thorough assessments to identify clients' needs and treatment goals. Develop, implement, and monitor personalized treatment plans for clients. Offer psychoeducation to clients and their families about addiction, recovery, and family dynamics. Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure comprehensive, integrated care for clients. Maintain up-to-date, accurate client records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems. Provide case management services, including coordination with other healthcare providers and community resources. Deliver trauma-informed care, recognizing the impact of trauma on addiction and recovery. Monitor and evaluate clients' progress throughout treatment, adjusting plans as needed.

Required Qualifications

Certification: Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) certification from the State of Alaska.

Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in addiction counseling, with a focus on substance use treatment.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., psychology, social work, counseling).

Desired Skills and Experience: Experience providing counseling to individuals with substance use disorders, including those with dual diagnoses (mental health and addiction).Strong knowledge of addiction recovery processes, treatment modalities, and community resources. Expertise in assessment, treatment planning, and progress evaluation. Experience working with diverse populations, including adolescents and families. Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and timely documentation. Ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental support to clients in all stages of recovery.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement) Simple IRAPaid time off

Schedule: 8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

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