Residential Counselor at Area Substance Abuse Council

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

53580.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Individual Counseling, Group Sessions Facilitation, Intakes, Assessments, Treatment Plan Implementation, Treatment Plan Review, Community Agency Coordination, Recreational Activities Planning, On-Call Coverage, Urinalysis Monitoring, Confidentiality Maintenance, HIPAA Compliance, 42CFR Compliance

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Realize a career with meaning—improving lives, strengthening communities, and changing narratives as a member of ASAC. Our work is personal, using lived experiences, proven services, and human connections to help people right here in our community. We are looking for a full time Residential Counselor to work in our Women's Heart of Iowa Treatment Center. Our counselors serve as a key member of the treatment team by providing services to patients that help them learn to live a safe, healthy, and productive life free from substance use. As the Residential Counselor you will: Provide individual counseling to patients and facilitate group sessions Conduct intakes and assessments, initiate, implement, and review treatment plans for all assigned patients Submit paperwork and meet job responsibility deadlines as assigned. Coordinate patient involvement with other community agencies Help to plan and implement recreational activities for residential patients Act as the on-call counselor on a rotating basis and assist the overall residential team as needed Provide urinalysis monitoring on an as needed basis Maintain strict confidentiality, in accordance with HIPAA and 42CFR Requirements Qualified candidates will have a degree in Human Services, Substance Abuse Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field. Candidates with a Master’s degree and/or current t-CADC, CADC, or license are also encouraged to apply. This position requires staff to obtain a CADC within 18 months of hire, have a valid driver's license and the ability to pass an extensive background check. Salary and Benefits ASAC offers competitive compensation starting at $25.76 per hour which generally equates to $53,580 per year, with additional compensation for candidates with extensive experience in substance use counseling. Full time staff are eligible for a complete benefit package including, Health and Dental, Fertility Benefits, FSA, company paid Life/AD&D/Short and Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement plan with a match and a generous Vacation, Personal Time and Sick Leave Plan. Join the area’s leader in prevention, treatment, and recovery of substance use disorders and problem gambling. Apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career. ASAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

The Residential Counselor provides individual counseling and facilitates group sessions for patients, focusing on helping them achieve a safe, healthy, and productive life free from substance use. Key duties include conducting intakes, initiating and reviewing treatment plans, coordinating community agency involvement, and assisting with recreational activities.