Full-Time Outpatient Counselor

The Outpatient Counselor is responsible for the intake and treatment services for substance use disorder adults & their families. Must be knowledgeable about the disease of substance use disorder, family illness and model and treatment modalities as well as experience in AOD counseling including assessment, individual, family, and group counseling. Coordinates, provides and develops intake and admission procedures that meet the needs of clients in all programs.  Works with each client to develop their own recovery through assessment of individual problem areas, treatment planning, case management, and appropriate counseling sessions (individual, family, or group). Completes client charting and other required documentation. Achieves and maintains established productivity expectations. Maintains professional standards of ethics, thorough knowledge and implementation of applicable laws and governmental regulations relating to client confidentiality, client rights and grievance policies and procedures.  Must have thorough knowledge and implementation of office policies and procedure; insures client compliance with same, including billing. Participates in Peer Review, Utilization Review, agency staff meetings and In-Service training as scheduled. Must establish good rapport and demonstrate a positive public relations image in working with all stakeholders including the public, clients, families, and staff.

Minimum Bachelor Degree in a human services field required. Masters in counseling or social work preferred. Appropriate licensure including but not limited to CDCA, LPC, LPCC, LPCC, LSW, LISW or LICDC. Minimum 2 years’ experience in AOD counseling including assessment, individual, family, and group counseling.

Salary: $37,440.00 – $62,300.00 per year depending on licensure

Background Check and Alcohol and Drug Screen required.

Benefits: Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid Time Off, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision insurance for Full-Time /Part-Time – Flexible schedule, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Retirement plan

To apply, forward resume with cover letter to Wendy Dixon, Executive Assistant, Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers, 9083 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, Ohio 44060, FAX 440 205-2685. rstickle@lgrc.us  EOE