Substance Abuse Counselor

Overview

Join us in saving lives at our beautiful new facility in Salem, OR - opening late summer/early fall 2025!

We’re building a top-tier clinical team of Substance Abuse Counselors who are passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery.

Available Schedules:

Tuesday – Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: starting $$58,240.00 and up

* Salary is based on education, certification and years of licensed experience*

At The Recovery Village Salem Drug and Alcohol Rehab
, we firmly believe that any adult facing drug and alcohol addictions, along with co-occurring mental health conditions, can begin their path to recovery. Our accredited addiction treatment facility offers a wide range of rehab programs in a safe and supportive environment, with compassionate care provided by experienced medical and clinical professionals.
Located in Salem, Oregon
, our facility combines medical expertise with recreational therapies and mental health services in a welcoming setting. We proudly serve adults from diverse backgrounds, offering personalized treatment programs tailored to meet their unique needs.

Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS) is a leading provider of integrated behavioral healthcare, with a mission to transform lives through compassionate, high-quality care. We put behavioral health front and center, providing assistance to people with substance abuse issues, addictions and mental health concerns.

What sets us apart?

• Supportive leadership & strong team culture
• Cross-functional collaboration for holistic care
• Ability to be creative in curriculum
• Nationally recognized and expanding company
• Saving lives!

Benefits include:

• Health, Vision, Dental, Employer Matched 401(k)
• STD, LTD, and Employer Paid $50k Term Life Policy
• Employer Matched HSA – up to $1500 a year company contribution
• Employee Wellness Program – reduce employee premiums $40/mo
• Free Teladoc services
• Paid Time Off - Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick
• Employee Referral Bonus

Facility Address:

The Recovery Village Salem Drug and Alcohol Rehab

309 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97301

The Substance Abuse Counselor is responsible for performing patient care activities as directed by the Clinical Director. The primary duties include group therapy by providing comprehensive group therapy, creating evidence-based group curriculum, developing group curriculum, participating in treatment plans to ensure service delivery. Position will collaborate with the Treatment Team to formulate the Master Treatment Plan and assist in coordinating discharge planning.

CORE

JOB DUTIES:

• Develops and provides daily group therapy to assigned patients following substance abuse and co-occurring program curriculum provided by Clinical Director.
• Assists in ensuring group attendance/compliance by providing engaging and meaningful group content.
• Uses substance abuse and co-occurring therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques to assist patients with accomplishing all treatment plans goals and objectives and successfully complete treatment.
• Assesses patient for substance use disorders, risk to self or others and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Provides support for aftercare planning in collaboration with multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates sufficient comprehension of Substance Use Disorders and Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders.
• Consistently identifies areas for improvement within the department by studying data and developing, implementing, and documenting plans for improvement and outcomes.

OTHER REQUIRED TASKS:

• Maintains positive relationships with all staff.
• Participates in multidisciplinary treatment plan reviews.
• Maintains healthy boundaries with patients and staff.
• Asks for and accepts feedback from supervisors.
• Provides a safe and therapeutic environment to all staff and patients.
• Communicates significant patient developments to supervisor.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and contributes to the success of the organization.
• Pursues professional development through participation in education and training programs.
• Contributes positively to the morale of other staff members.
• Complete all…