Substance Abuse Counselor II EL1079-132-776
Location: Arlington Virginia
Description: Volunteers of America Chesapeake is at the momment seeking for Substance Abuse Counselor II EL1079-132-776 right now, this vacancy will be placed in Virginia. More complete informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly read the description below. Substance Abuse Counselor II
Volunteers of America Chesapeake
Salary Unspecified
Volunteers of Am! erica Chesapeake, Inc. founded in 1896 in Baltimore, is the locally chartered affiliate of Volunteers of America, Inc., one of the nations largest and most comprehensive human services organizations.
Volunteers of America Chesapeake accomplishes its spiritually based mission by serving over 10,000 people annually through programs that spread geographically from Baltimore, Maryland to Virginia Beach, Virginia.
LOCATION: Arlington, VA
REPORTS TO: DUAL DIAGNOSIS COUNSELOR (Lead Counselor)
The Substance Abuse Counselor II reports to the Lead Counselor and will coordinate the design, implementation, and evaluation of individual treatment and discharge plans. They will also provide clinical services including individual and group counseling to residents of the Substance Abuse Treatment Unit and coordinate service delivery to that population.
Additionally, they will liaise with county agencies, mental health and substance ! abuse service providers and other entities to assist clients w! ith smooth transition on re-entering the community.
When necessary, the successful candidate will transport clients to treatment-oriented activities. They will also participate in the development of curriculum/schedule for Detoxification residents and the maintenance of clinical records. Principle function is to assist residents of the unit to maintain and strengthen their commitment to sobriety and function as lead supervisor when assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Either significant work experience or graduation from an accredited college or university with course work in substance abuse, psychology, or sociology and at least one year of supervisory experience managing the provision of services in a substance abuse treatment program.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in residential detoxification and post detoxification services and/or certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor. The ability to communicate effectively in Sp! anish and English would also be an advantage.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
A generous benefits package is available.
Volunteers of America Chesapeake, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy that we will not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability or veteran status.
We provide a drug-free and harassment-free workplace for all employees.
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This vacancy starts available on: Thu, 15 Aug 2013 07:58:16 GMT