Substance Abuse Counselor - Knoxville Recovery Center
Health Care Alliance North America, Knoxville, TN, United States
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Knoxville Recovery Center, a leading detox and residential substance abuse facility, is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Primary Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. Our center is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive care to individuals struggling with addiction, aiming to foster recovery and resilience through personalized treatment plans.
Position Overview:
As a substance abuse counselor, you will play a crucial role in our clients' journey to recovery, providing psychotherapy and support within a structured, therapeutic environment. You will be responsible for managing a caseload of roughly 6-7 clients at a time. This includes one on one sessions, biopsychosocial assessments, and treatment planning. Knoxville Recovery Center is a client and family centered organization. We are passionate about helping others achieve freedom from drugs and alcohol and we are hoping you are too!
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify clients' psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues related to substance abuse.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices and clients' specific needs, strengths, and preferences.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions to promote recovery, coping strategies, and healthy behaviors.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, nurses, and case managers, to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to treatment.
- Maintain timely and accurate records of clients' progress, treatment plans, and sessions according to facility protocols and confidentiality laws.
- Facilitate psychoeducational groups and workshops on topics related to addiction, recovery, stress management, and relapse prevention.
- Participate in continuous professional development and training to stay current with trends and best practices in substance abuse treatment.
- Offer crisis intervention services as needed and coordinate with external resources to provide comprehensive care.
- Adhere to professional standards and ethical guidelines as outlined by relevant licensing boards and the facility's policies.
- Serve on a weekly rotating on-call schedule to provide phone support and crisis intervention after hours.
- Respond promptly to calls from clients and staff, offering guidance, support, and coordination of emergency services as necessary.
- Document all on-call interactions and follow up with appropriate team members to ensure continuity of care.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) policy.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and employee wellness.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Valid state license as a Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in substance abuse treatment or a related mental health setting.
- Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches specific to addiction and co-occurring disorders.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development.
Salary Description
$55,000-$65,000 per year