Addiction Therapist/Counselor (Full Time) Full Time NEW

Hammocks on the Edisto is a unique, gender-specific (women), intimate, 15 bed facility on the banks of the Edisto River just 25 minutes outside of Charleston. We focus on underlying trauma that drives a primary substance use disorder while offering high-level intensity of evidence-based therapies.

QUALIFICATIONS

At a minimum:

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
• At least 3 years experience in treating SUD’s.
• At least 1 year MH experience with treatment of trauma

Preferred:

• Licensure: LPC, LAC, LMFT
• Certification: Addictions or seeking certification through APSC.
• Specialized certification/training in Women’s Issues, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and/or family systems theory/therapy are highly desired.

Job Summary:

The Therapist provides intensive, professional counseling services (both group and individual) to a caseload of patients with a primary diagnosis of a substance use disorder. Oversees implementation of treatment plans. Has regular contact with referral sources. Identifies family issues needing to be addressed before discharge. Plans treatment services as required.

Full-time, Hammocks on the Edisto offers a comprehensive benefit plan to full-time staff and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. EOE.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the disease model of addiction, co-occurring disorders, the recovery process, relapse prevention, and 12 step programs/12 step facilitation is necessary for these positions.
• Must be licensed/certified as a professional counselor, clinical social worker(LPC, LISW, LMSW, LMFT), or comparable profession. Candidates can be considered that are certification eligible as an addiction counselor in the state of South Carolina.
• Demonstrate adequate knowledge of ASAM criteria, and diagnostics.
• Must be relentlessly passionate about making a positive impact on the world and passionate about being a part of our mission of treating individuals who are struggling with behavioral health and substance abuse issues.

Performance Expectations:

• Assess assigned patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Address issues identified in the treatment plans and work with patients to create measurable, attainable treatment plan goals.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions with assigned patients; Document session appropriately and within specified timeframes.
• Conduct group therapy sessions as scheduled; Document session appropriately and within specified timeframes.
• Be appropriately available to patients during times of emotional, physical or life crisis. Conduct emergency counseling sessions as needed. Appropriately de-escalate disruptive or crisis situations.
• Basic computer knowledge; previous experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Pay: $55,000.00 – $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Addiction Medicine

Application Question(s):

• What other certifications do you possess (EMDR, Trauma, DBT, Seeking Safety, etc.)

Education:

• Master’s (Required)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• License and/or Certification as a Counselor or Social Worker (Required)

Work Location: In person