Substance Abuse Counselor Job at River Edge Behavioral Health Center, Macon, GA

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  • River Edge Behavioral Health Center
  • Macon, GA

Job Description

Substance Abuse Counselor

 

Company Overview: 

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more. 

 

Position Overview:

River Edge is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team within the Adult Addictive Disease Outpatient Program. We provide comprehensive, coordinated, and evidence-based outpatient treatment services to support individuals on their journey to full recovery from substance use disorders. 

Location/Schedule: 

175 Emery Highway, Macon, Ga –Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual counseling and support to clients and their families affected by substance use disorders.
  • Facilitate group counseling sessions, including process therapy groups and educational sessions on addiction-related topics.
  • Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans, addressing substance use and any co-occurring needs.
  • Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary treatment team members to ensure coordinated, client-centered care.

 

Qualifications: Required Certification or Licensure:

  • CAC I/II or CADC I/II OR.
  • LMSW or LPC with a minimum of two years’ experience in a social service-related role.

 

Preferred Experience:

  • Skilled in facilitating group therapy and skills training.
  • Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders is a plus.

 

Additional Benefits:

  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • 11 Paid holidays.
  • Voluntary Life Insurance.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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