Substance Abuse Counselor - Contracted - Easterseals-Goodwill

TEXT ‘Work4ESGW’ to 773-770-4377 to apply

Apply at: www.esgw.org/jobs

Wage: $28.00/hr.

 Join our nonprofit substance abuse and mental health treatment team. 

- Enjoy a 4 day work week with Fridays off! We know self-care is important!
- Most licensure supervision provided.
- Change the lives of those in your community struggling with addiction.

Easterseals-Goodwill Behavioral Health and Family Services is a dynamic agency working to advance quality care for substance use, mentally and behaviorally disordered individuals throughout the state of Idaho. We are a highly experienced team that strives for excellence and innovation in all we do.  We are passionate in our service to others and strive, always, to bring integrity, compassion, and respect into the therapeutic process.

The Clinician position is responsible for providing direct care to individuals participating in our Behavioral Health and Family Services program.  This position is part of a team of professionals who work together to provide a comprehensive array of therapeutic services to clients and their families. Being part of our team affords you the opportunity to have a profound and positive impact on individuals and their families in your community.

Non-benefited/Billable hours position

Requirements

• Maintain licenses and/or certifications as required by IDAPA
• Strong computer skills working with varying electronic health records, efficient typing skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
• Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all job requirements. 
• Applicant must pass an enhanced background check.

Experience

• 0-2 years
• Experience developing treatment plans
• Experience facilitating groups, individuals, and family therapy
• Preferred experience in trauma-informed, or trauma-related interventions and skills
• Must possess good organizational skills
• Demonstrate effective and appropriate verbal/written communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team model
• Must demonstrate computer literacy and prefer experience using an electronic health record
• Professional licensure must be maintained
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, moving from one task to another quickly and with ease

• Master’s or Bachelor's Degree

• Licensure Accepted: LPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LCPC, LCSW, CADC

Easterseals-Goodwill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (“PSLF”) program.  Under the PSLF, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific terms.  Contact your loan provider for more information.

Easterseals-Goodwill (ESGW) is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment process. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our team and candidates seeking employment with us. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We strive to create a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds and experiences can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to our mission.

If you require an accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will make every effort to provide the necessary support.