Counselor Intern

Overview:Company SummaryIf you are searching for a fulfilling place to develop your career and an opportunity to make a difference in helping others, then keep reading on. Here at AAC, we have a progressive culture; we listen to your ideas, value a work/life balance, invest in education, and we foster trust and respect for all individuals. Our exceptional comp and strong benefits include company matching 401K, medical, dental, vision and life insurance. We are looking for our future leaders, who are not only going to fill the qualifications for this job description, but who are going to exceed expectations. Be a part of a team whose mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.
Reports to: Chief Clinical Office/Clinical Director FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Job SummaryResponsible for coordinating and providing individualized case management, group therapy and bio-psychosocial assessment services including group and counseling for clients within the facility. The Counselor-intern will demonstrate expertise in case management, development of client resources, vocational counseling, discharge/continuing care planning, and placement of clients. The Counselor-Intern has the primary responsibility of maintaining communication with the referral source and other service providers as needed, as well as act as a liaison with the UR Department on all aspects of client care. In conjunction with working towards CADC certification Counselor-intern is required to attend weekly 1:1 supervision. American Addiction Centers strives to ensure that all of our clients receive the most comprehensive care to address the issues that may impede their recovery.Responsibilities: Duties and Responsibilities: to include but not limited to the following:

• Studying for Drug & Alcohol counseling certification from an accredited institution.
• 2 years’ experience working in a substance abuse environment.
• Ability to work effectively with people and aid them in adjusting to their specific problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members, and other members of staff.
• Knowledge and experiences in running groups, meetings and/or activities.
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• If in personal recovery, a minimum of 2 years clean and sober.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays and have flexible hours
• Studying for Drug & Alcohol counseling certification from an accredited institution.
• 2 years’ experience working in a substance abuse environment.
• Ability to work effectively with people and aid them in adjusting to their specific problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members, and other members of staff.
• Knowledge and experiences in running groups, meetings and/or activities.

Qualifications:Education/Experience:

• Studying for Drug & Alcohol counseling certification from an accredited institution.
• 2 years’ experience working in a substance abuse environment.
• Ability to work effectively with people and aid them in adjusting to their specific problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members, and other members of staff.
• Knowledge and experiences in running groups, meetings and/or activities.
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• If in personal recovery, a minimum of 2 years clean and sober.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays and have flexible hours

AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws.