Addictions Counselor - Adult Residential (Signing Bonus)

POSITION OVERVIEWWe currently have an opening for a full-time Addictions Counselor at our primary Portland location. The Addictions Counselor provides professional treatment for clients with mental health and substance use disorders in our Residential Program. Duties include managing a client caseload, assessing clients' needs, treatment planning, and providing counseling.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Candidates must be familiar with strength-based counseling, dual diagnosis, and motivational interviewingCurrent CADC I requiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Team player, proficient in Microsoft applications, effective communication skills, maintains confidentiality, strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, understanding of addictive thinking and psychopharmacologyKnowledge of substance use disorders, treatment principles, and recovery philosophyAbility to construct treatment plans, facilitate groups, problem solve, and integrate 12 step recovery principlesOTHER REQUIREMENTSMinimum two years of sobriety for those with a history of substance use disorderPre-employment drug test, Tuberculin test, DHS background checkWORKING CONDITIONSIndoor office environment with occasional travelShared workspace with clinical team membersPossible exposure to communicable diseases and challenging individualsHOURS AND PAYFull-time position, $25.41-34.43 per hour, 40 hours per week, non-exempt with overtime eligibility. Signing bonus of $3,000 upon probationary period completion.LOCATIONOn-site position at SE Cherry Blossom location in Portland, Oregon.ABOUT FORA HEALTHFora Health is dedicated to providing treatment and care for substance use disorder and mental health. Seeking individuals to join our team in supporting recovery and overcoming addiction stigma.BENEFITSMedical, dental, vision insuranceLife insurance, 401K, vacation, holidays, flexible schedulesEmployee assistance program, education tools, parking, and moreEqual Opportunity EmployerFora Health is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from those in recovery and being a second chance employer.

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