Substance Use Disorder Counselor

Overview

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.

• Provide counseling services at Austin Health Center with caseloads structured and managed to support effective, patient-centered care.
• Complete an individualized treatment plan for each patient on caseload, addressing all needs identified in the psychosocial assessment.
• Provide group and individual sessions to patients in accordance with their treatment plan problems, goals, and objectives.
• Review and evaluate patients’ progress and continued stay in treatment in relation to measurable goals and objectives described in treatment and care plans. Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in patient status.
• Plan and assist with the implementation of aftercare and continuing recovery plans once patients are discharged from treatment programs.
• Maintain a minimum of 50% of time in direct, face-to-face counseling contact.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday (6:00a - 2:30p)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Work Location: 4800 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago
• Pay Rate: $42,000 - $47,500; based on experience and certifications

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).

DCFS clearance required.

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

Education and/or

Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree (or higher) and prior substance abuse treatment experience preferred. Will consider relevant internship experience in lieu of paid employment.

Certification, Licensure, Registrations: Licensure (LPC, LCPC, LSW, LCSW) or CADC certification strongly preferred, CADC required within up to two years of hire date, dependent on experience.