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Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor at Liberty Resources / Liberty POST

Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor

Liberty Resources / Liberty POST · US

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Substance Use Group Therapy Counselor

Liberty Resources / Liberty POST · US

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About the Role

Facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with substance use disorders, providing education, support, and guidance to help clients develop coping strategies and work toward recovery. This role involves working closely with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote a supportive and structured treatment environment.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate group counseling sessions focused on addiction recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, and mental health.
  • Monitor client interaction and behaviors, acting as a role model.
  • Write group and individual progress notes to document interactions and services completed.
  • Contribute to the upkeep and cleanliness of the residence.
  • Complete all required documentation in a timely manner according to program standards.
  • Provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients.
  • Educate clients about substance use disorders, mental health, and healthy coping mechanisms.
  • Monitor clients’ progress, behavior, and engagement in group therapy.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of client progress and participation.
  • Recognize and respond to crisis situations appropriately, including referrals for higher levels of care if necessary.
  • Stay updated on best practices in substance abuse treatment and incorporate new methods into counseling sessions.

Requirements

  • HS Diploma required.
  • Ability to handle emotionally charged situations with professionalism and empathy.

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Knowledge of addiction treatment models, relapse prevention strategies, and mental health disorders.
  • Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and structured group environment.
  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation requirements.

Location

  • Community-based

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Part-time

Experience Level

  • 1-2 years of experience in substance abuse counseling or group facilitation preferred

Education Level

  • HS Diploma required.
  • Bachelors or Associates and/or related experience preferred.
  • CASAC or CASAC-T preferred but not required.

Salary/Compensations

  • $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits

  • A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere
  • Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off Package
  • Family-Friendly Workplace
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Continuing Education Opportunities

About the Company

  • Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives.
  • We value service, excellence, and responsibility, seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success.
  • We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
  • Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support.
  • We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities.
  • We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes.

Equal Opportunity

  • Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
  • Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.