Job description

Substance Abuse Counselor

General Description:

ECLI-VIBES is searching for a passionate and trauma-informed Substance Abuse Counselor. As an integral piece to our Counseling department, this individual will be responsible for providing counseling needs for substance abuse-affected families, especially those who are involved in the court-system. The ideal candidate will have experience working within the substance abuse population and is dedicated and passionate about eliminating the national opioid crisis. We prefer for this individual to have an understanding of the court system (particularly Suffolk County) and possess the skills necessary to work in a collaborative environment. If you are interested in creating positive changes and making a real impact, we look forward to hearing from you!

Minoritized individuals are strongly encouraged to apply even if you only possess some of the preferred skills! At ECLI-VIBES we welcome those with lived experiences to be a part of our team.

**Survivors are encouraged to apply**

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical evidence-based therapy in individual, family, and group modalities to a caseload of adults and children/adolescents with substance use or co-occurring diagnoses.
• Work collaboratively within ECLI-VIBES and with community partners to help meet the needs of families affected by substance abuse..
• Assist with data collection, data evaluation, and program reporting.
• Become well-versed in trauma, generational trauma, vicarious trauma and the effects of trauma on the body and brain.
• Become knowledgeable in gender, racial and social justice issues including marginalized communities and systemic oppression.

Preferred Skills:

• Passionate about working with families
• Self motivated, autonomous, works well under pressure and with others
• Organized with excellent time management skills
• Flexible and adaptable to our constantly evolving agency and the needs of the youth
• Experience addressing mental health issues
• Excellent partnership building skills
• An expert in trauma-informed approach
• Knowledgeable and familiar with linking victims to community resources
• Understands the cycles of violence, abuse, neglect, poverty, incarceration, oppression, systemic issues, and generational trauma.
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours

Who You Are:

• You are culturally competent
• You place emphasis on collaboration on holistic approach
• You possess sound judgment and strong integrity
• You are proactive, take initiative and encourage your team to do the same
• You are dedicated, sensitive, inclusive, and possess strong integrity
• You have developed organizational and analytical skills
• You are a confident decision maker
• You understand the importance of self-care and secondary/vicarious trauma
• Recognize strengths in self and others to build on human capital
• Strong active-listening skills and willingness to learn and develop professional skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Credentialed through an approved NYS alcohol counseling program and certified as a NYS Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor required.
• Maintains yearly educational requirements set forth by OASAS to allow for timely renewal of credential
• 1-2 years experience providing direct services to diverse populations

Who We Are:

ECLI-VIBES is a fast-growing not-for-profit human service agency dedicated to supporting our local community through service and advocacy. At ECLI-VIBES you will find a passionate team that leads with love, kindness, and compassion; our core values reflect how we conduct everyday business. Leadership at our organization utilizes the servant leadership approach and focuses on the growth and well-being of all staff. We understand that fully supporting our staff results in the highest quality of service to our community.

ECLI-VIBES uses a survivor centered and trauma-informed approach to provide comprehensive high-quality services to all survivors and trauma. In an effort to stabilize the survivor, staff will connect and access resources that address safe housing, food insecurity, and safety needs by guiding and empowering the survivor in navigating the system and understanding their rights. The short-term goal is to address the symptoms of trauma. The long-term goal is to address the underlying issues (compound trauma) in an effort to break the cycle of oppression and violence for good.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Islandia, NY 11749: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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