"The best part about being a Substance Abuse Counselor at RCA is that I get to be part of a new solution for patients who have only known hopelessness and despair."A' - Meg F., Substance Abuse CounselorA' RCA's PassionIn 2013, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) announced a goal: Save one million lives from the disease of addiction. We're working fast and hard to fulfill that promise, with over 11 facilities that offer evidence-based inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.A' We know one size doesn't fit all when it comes to addiction treatment; that's why we tailor our treatment for each patient and offer specialized programs for patients with trauma and multiple recurrences, as well as programs for older adults, first responders, and more.A' We believe in the power of local treatment, because families are a huge part of the treatment and recovery process at RCA. Our family program rebuilds, restores, or strengthens family relationships. As an Addiction Therapist, you'll help facilitate family therapy sessions, as well as individual and group sessions.A' Our curriculum, resources, and evidence-based care were created to help patients not just achieve recovery, but maintain it for life. All of our services and treatment are delivered by clinical expertise - that's where you come in.A' As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you'll be a part of our exciting mission of helping millions of people jumpstart their recovery. Your clinical and social work expertise will aid in patient recovery, as you support and implement evidence-based techniques while making a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities. You'll pave the way in various therapy settings, teach patients to overcome the past, and provide the skills and strategies needed to overcome addiction.If you're looking for a fulfilling, life-changing job, Recovery Centers of America is the right place for you. And you're the right candidate for us!As an inpatient Substance Abuse Counselor, you'll be a part of our inspiring mission of helping millions of people jumpstart their recovery. Your clinical and social work expertise will aid in patient recovery, as you support and implement evidence-based techniques while making a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities. You'll pave the way in various therapy settings, teach patients to overcome the past, and provide the skills and strategies needed to overcome addiction.Specific Responsibilities:Inspire and motivate clients to help them develop tools to work toward recovery using evidence-based and person-centered practices.Evaluate clients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess their readiness for treatmentA' Assist clients to develop treatment goals and plans; help identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recoveryReview and recommend treatment options with clients and their familiesHelp clients develop skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction or modify their behaviorPreferred Licenses:LMHC, LCSW, LMSW or LPCA' Education and Experience:Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling requiredClinical license preferredExcellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workloadUnderstanding of diverse cultures and gender-specific issues and the ability to incorporate needs of gender and culturally diverse groups into the organization