Substance Use Counselor - Baton Rouge Recovery Counselor

Overview

Join to apply for the Substance Use Counselor - Baton Rouge Recovery Counselor- PRN role at Baton Rouge General Medical Center.

• Compassionate and empathetic professionals dedicated to substance abuse recovery
• Minimum 24 months of experience working with clients with addictive disorders or specialized training
• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field preferred
• Active LMHP license in the state of Louisiana (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LAC, or LRC), OR
• PLPC, LMSW, RAC, or CAC under the supervision of an LMHP
• CITs registered with ADRA and currently under ADRA-registered certified clinical supervision
• Strong assessment, documentation, and group facilitation skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to client advocacy and continuous care
• Must be able to manage a caseload of 10–12 residents or 20 IOP clients

• Provide evidence-based counseling and support to individuals undergoing treatment for substance abuse within residential or Intensive Outpatient Programs.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and document findings within mandated time frames
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions as ordered
• Serve as primary counselor for assigned caseload
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge preparation
• Identify and address risks such as abuse, neglect, suicidal/homicidal ideation
• Provide direct care and recovery support aligned with core addiction counseling competencies
• Supervise unlicensed or inexperienced professionals, if licensed
• Collaborate with community resources to support continued care and successful discharge

• At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.
• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
• Professional development and support
• Various employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
• Check out our employee perks here!

• Provide evidence-based counseling and support to individuals undergoing treatment for substance abuse within residential or Intensive Outpatient Programs.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and document findings within mandated time frames
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions as ordered
• Serve as primary counselor for assigned caseload
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge preparation
• Identify and address risks such as abuse, neglect, suicidal/homicidal ideation
• Provide direct care and recovery support aligned with core addiction counseling competencies
• Supervise unlicensed or inexperienced professionals, if licensed
• Collaborate with community resources to support continued care and successful discharge

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Other
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

We are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. Ready to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication? Apply now and take the next step in your career with us.