Substance Abuse Counselor- Amistad (Temporary Position)

Amity Foundation is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide group and individual sessions and related rehabilitative treatment services to substance abuse students in a residential setting.

Requirements

• AOD/SUDT Registered or Certified from state accredited certifying body.
• Bachelors' degree in a behavioral health field and one-year experience in a Substance abuse or behavioral health treatment facility.
• OR High School diploma or equivalent G.E.D., and a combination of Behavioral health education and work experience totaling a minimum of two years
• OR Knowledge of therapeutic community processes, methods, and design, including small-group dynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to relate well to students and supervise faculty.
• Understanding of human emotions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectively under pressure generated by association with substance abuse students.
• Demonstrates proper attitudes and techniques and techniques to residential students.
• Understand of causes, symptoms, and effects of substance abuse.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays
• 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs