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Emergence Addiction & Behavioral Therapies

Relief Counselor - Substance Use Disorder (SUD)

Emergence Addiction & Behavioral Therapies, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403


Relief Counselor (SUDS)

Are you a dedicated and compassionate behavioral health professional with a strong commitment to helping people experiencing substance use disorder who are involved in the criminal justice system? Emergence is seeking a Relief Counselor to provide support to our dedicated team of counselors. As a relief counselor, you will facilitate group therapy and help people along their journey to recovery. If you are a motivated and compassionate counselor with a deep understanding of SUD treatment and commitment to recovery, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the transformation of lives in our community and beyond.

Substance Use Disorder Counselor Position Highlights:

Non-exempt positionHourly rate is $22.60/hr and up (based on education and experience)Flexible hours, no set schedule or required hours per monthAbility to decline offered shiftsPaid training and continuing educationSupportive, collaborative environment

Substance Use Disorder Counselor Responsibilities:

Assessing clients' physical and mental behaviorsFacilitating individual and group therapy sessions in English and SpanishCollaborating with psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, social workers, and departments of correctionIdentifying behaviors that interfere with treatment and recoveryAssisting primary caregivers to manage addiction-related behavior

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalentCADC-R, or ability to be credentialed as CADC-R by MHACBOOne year of experience in social services or behavioral healthExcellent written and oral communication skills.Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature.Ability to pass a background check and drug screen (including cannabis)

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in psychology or counselingBilingual - Spanish/EnglishCompleted coursework on substance use disordersCADC I or CADC II certificationPrevious experience working in treatment for substance abuse disordersFamiliarity with electronic health record systems, specifically CareLogicExperience with co-occurring health and mental health disorders

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Complete applications include a cover letter with 3 references and a resume.

For questions: hr@4emergence.com

EMERGENCE is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with lived experience of substance use disorder and/or criminal justice involvement are encouraged to apply, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, living with disability.

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