Addiction Counselor - Outpatient

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At Rosecrance, we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence‑based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you!

Participate as a team member in the delivery of services, primarily working with a co‑occurring population. Facilitate the issues of recovery into client’s daily living situations. Provide program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies or other related field, or equivalent experience and training
• Must qualify as a MHP or higher per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132
• Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC), or licensed in Illinois as a LSW or LPC which supersedes the CADC within 2 years of employment in substance use disorder services
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Computer proficiency required
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames
• Skilled in conducting individual, family and group counseling. (Knowledge of Mental Health disorders including Co‑occurring disorders)
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources
• Self‑starter with ability to work independently
• Ability to work within a team
• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

• Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned
• Conduct individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for clients and/or family members. (Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders)
• Complete client psychosocial and individualized treatment plan within required time frame
• Identify client clinical and case management needs and work to address those needs
• Educate client and client support members regarding all aspects of treatment, corresponding health issues and steps to recovery
• Undertake primary case management responsibilities for designated clients
• Ensure that documentation in client service record is maintained consistent with expectations defined by SUPR, TJC and Medicaid regulations
• Maintain communications with all staff (e.g., admissions, case management and discharge plans)
• Assume on‑call responsibilities per schedule or when designated
• Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, and staff and community groups
• Be familiar with court proceedings and available to make court appearances on behalf of Rosecrance clients
• Serve as a member of the team and participate in all team meetings and activities
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance
• Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned by management

• Hours:
  
  Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Rosecrance Ware Center – Rockford, IL

Onsite

Base Pay:
Bachelor's $50,835.20 a year,
Master's (Qualified Mental Health Practitioner) $57,761.60 a year

Additional Pay Enhancements (in addition to base salary):

• Professional Certification (e.g., CADC, CRSS, or CPS): +$0.72/hour (equivalent of +$1,500 annualized)
• 1st Level Clinical Licensure (e.g., LPC/LSW/LMSW): +$0.87/hour (equivalent of +$1,800 annualized)
• 2nd Level Clinical Licensure (e.g., LCPC/LCSW/LMHC): starting at +$2.16/hour (equivalent of +$4,500 annualized)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time…