D103 - Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CAC I/II or CADC I/II)

Company Overview: 

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Position Overview:

River Edge is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor to join our team within the Adult Addictive Disease Outpatient Program. We provide comprehensive, coordinated, and evidence-based outpatient treatment services to support individuals on their journey to full recovery from substance use disorders. 

Location/Schedule:

175 Emery Highway, Macon, Ga –Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 12:00PM-8:00 PM, Wednesdays and Friday 8:00AM-4:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual counseling and support to clients and their families affected by substance use disorders.
• Facilitate group counseling sessions, including process therapy groups and educational sessions on addiction-related topics.
• Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans, addressing substance use and any co-occurring needs.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary treatment team members to ensure coordinated, client-centered care.

Qualifications: Required Certification or Licensure:

• CAC I/II or CADC I/II OR
• LMSW or LPC with a minimum of two years’ experience in a social service-related role.

Preferred Experience:

• Skilled in facilitating group therapy and skills training.
• Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders is a plus.

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible spending accounts
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 11 Paid holidays

• Voluntary Life Insurance