Area Substance Abuse Council

Residential Treatment Counselor


Pay$53580.00 / year
LocationCedar Rapids/Iowa
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 3237272

      Description

      Join Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) as a Residential Counselor and make a lasting impact on the lives of those on their journey to recovery.


      Now starting at $25.76 per hour!


      Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) is seeking a full-time Counselor to work in our Adult Recovery residential treatment center facility which provides services to adult women and men.


      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 willingness to obtain a CADC within 18 months of hire, 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. 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.


      If you are ready to use your passion and skills to empower others and make a significant difference, apply now and embark on a rewarding career with ASAC!


      ASAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • About the company

      The Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) is one of the largest and most comprehensive substance abuse prevention and treatment agencies in Iowa. We have been in operation since 1962 and serve the five counties of Linn, Benton, Jones, Jackson and Clinton...