Berkshire Health Systems Hiring for Substance Use Counselor at Pittsfield, Massachusetts Full Time

Maybe some weekend responsibilities for community events.

• DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

• The Substance Abuse Counselor is the designation given to individuals who provide direct care to substance abuse patients in all phases of their inpatient stay. This position provides the patient with an initial orientation session, an initial assessment, sign release of information consents, coordinates treatment planning, and educational group activities. The Substance Abuse Counselor functions as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, applying his/her knowledge to assist the patient/ family to increase their coping skills The Substance Abuse Counselor practices professionally within the Customer Service Standards defined by Berkshire Medical Center.

• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

• Experience:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in Substance Abuse Field, preferably in an inpatient setting.

• Education and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• License, Certification & Registration:

• CADC or LADC I or II or Bachelor’s Degree in any Discipline with 2 years experience working with clients with Substance Use Disorders.

• Other Requirements:

• None.