Substance Abuse Counselor/ CADC Job at ADVANCED FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES, East Orange, NJ

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  • ADVANCED FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES
  • East Orange, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Great Work Environment
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

* MUST HAVE A VALID CERTIFICATION AS A "SUBSTANCE ADDICTION COUNSELOR" / CADC 

Job Summary

We are seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor/CADC to join our team! As a LCADC/Substance Abuse Counselor on the team, you will be handling a manageable caseload of clients looking to you for treatment and help to overcome a wide variety of addiction issues. Your role will be to support and uplift your clients, offering resources and support for them, creating and implementing treatment options, and identifying core issues that could be contributing to their abuse. The ideal candidate is compassionate, has excellent communication skills, and has experience working with people struggling with addiction and abuse. 

Responsibilities 

  • Handle a manageable caseload of clients
  • Identify core underlying issues that may be contributing to a history of substance abuse
  • Create and implement treatment plans that fit each client
  • Uplift and support clients, working with them and their families to help create realistic, lasting change

Qualifications

  • Licensure with the state desired
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong compassionate outlook, with an upbeat and positive personality
  • Experience working with substance abuse desired

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