Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor
Spero Health
34 reviews
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Owensboro, KY 42302
Spero Health
34 reviews
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Spero Health is seeking a Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor to join our awesome team in Owensboro KY!
Spero Health specializes in evidence based substance abuse treatment, integrating a trauma informed recovery-oriented systems of care model with emphasis on medication-assisted treatment. Spero Health believes better outcomes are achieved when you treat the whole person, an approach that engages each individuals' full range of physical, psychological, social, relational and spiritual potential.
Spero Health encourages caring and compassionate licensed counselors to apply for this position.
The Counselor's responsibilities include, but are not limited, the following:
• Provide comfort care and counseling to patients.
• Provide patient education and observance of induction medication timing.
• Ensure accountability of treatment program and patient compliance.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient information collection.
• Assist patients in creating realistic goals toward achieving freedom from addiction.
• Act as a clinic resource and assure compliance with HIPPA and CFR42 Part 2 regulations.
• Successful candidates are candidates who have excellent verbal and written communication skills, possess an ability to use independent judgement, have the ability to assist patients in the change process while developing therapeutic relationships with patients, and have the ability to compassionately work with individuals from all backgrounds in a nondiscriminatory manner.
Required Education, Licensure, Certification:
• Bachelor's Degree in a human services field (psychology, sociology, social work, family studies, human services, counseling, nursing, or another human service degree program related to working with individuals with substance use disorders.)
• Minimum of 1 year of full-time employment working in a human services setting OR Master's Degree in behavioral science, as defined above.
• REQUIRED:Kentucky- Licensure or certification in medical health or social services field including but not limited to CSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPCA, LMFT.
Typical shifts are 8-12 hours. Flexibility for weekday, weekend, holiday, and evening hours is required. Some travel may be required.
Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Spero Health:
HEALTH & WELLNESS
• Medical/Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage (100% Company Paid)
• Health Savings Account
• Short/Long Term Disability - (100% Company Paid)
• Wellness Programs – Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation
FINANCIAL WELLBEING
• Life Insurance & AD&D (100% Company Paid)
• 401k (Company Match)
• Retirement and Financial Planning Services (EAP Programs)
• Employee Discounts via Tickets at Work
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH
• CEU reimbursement up to $400 annually (calendar year)
• Opportunities for growth and movement - we encourage our teammates to consider new growth opportunities with us
WORK LIFE BALANCE
• Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (Paid Holidays)
• Employee Assistance Program - assists with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone's life, Spero Health might be the right place for you! Check out our website below for more information.
We look forward to hearing from you!
http://www.SperoHealth.com/