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Substance Abuse Counselor

Job in Gary, Lake County, Indiana, 46401, USA
Listing for: New Season
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Mental Health
Job Description & How to Apply Below

New Season Treatment Centers, a leading national health care service provider, has been serving as a trusted outpatient treatment center specializing in safe, high-quality care for individuals living with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) for over 30 years.

We are seeking a qualified Counseling Professional (Counselor‑3) to join our multi‑state team, providing medication‑assisted treatment, counseling, and care management to support patients on their journey to recovery.

Responsibilities
  • Complete patient intake, admission, discharge, and transfer documentation.
  • Document progress through counseling and group interactions.
  • Create individualized treatment and psychosocial plans within required time frames.
  • Identify clinical/case‑management needs and address them.
  • Provide individual, group, and family counseling as required.
  • Maintain at least 20 hours of direct patient counseling per week.
  • Report patient abuse, neglect, exploitation, and grievances as required.
  • Educate patients on treatment, health issues, and recovery steps.
  • Obtain urine drug screens and initial photo identification.
  • Monitor patient activities on premises.
  • Participate in community relations activities.
  • Review and follow the Policy and Procedures Manual.
  • Ensure compliance with 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations.
  • Maintain required licensure/certification per state regulations.
  • Assist in preparation for surveys and inspections (CARF, DEA, etc.).
  • Attend staff meetings and support program integrity.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned by clinic or corporate leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Education/Licensure:
    Counseling certification in a related field (state‑specific); bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Experience:

    Minimum of 500 hours in substance abuse; experience in the field preferred but not required.
  • Skills:

    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain dependable.
  • Basic mathematics proficiency.
  • Knowledge of 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and relevant state regulations.
Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • 3 weeks of paid time off
  • Medical (EPO & PPO), dental, and vision insurance
  • FSA and Teladoc services
  • Life insurance
  • Short‑term and long‑term disability
  • 401(k) with up to 3 % matching
  • Leadership development academy
EEO Statement

Colonial Management Group, LP and New Season are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability status, or veteran’s status.

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