Drug and Alcohol Counselor

Education and/or Experience

Knowledge of Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Public Policy, or other related field; human relations skills must; should become familiar with the criminal justice system and community resources. Knowledge and experience with the Forensic substance abuse individual; Knowledge of co-occurring disorder; Knowledge of DSM-V and ICD 10 Codes; Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with all levels of management, employees, and clients; ability to deal effectively with clients and referral sources; self starting, motivated, and adept to changing technology; proven skills at problem solving, conducting research; computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets and databases; ability to communicate, and to help the Clients express their own needs and aspirations.

Master's degree or above from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field. Professional license or credential or actively working towards licensure or credential required per ASAM requirements.

Or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field and 1-year clinical experience in a health or human service agency required. Certification or actively working toward licensure or certification required per ASAM requirements.

Or an Associate Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing (with a clinical specialty in the human services) or other related field and 2 years of clinical experience in a health or human service agency required. Certification or actively working toward licensure or certification required per ASAM requirements.