Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Company parties
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
Location: 3700 Festival Park Plz, Chester VA 23831
Full-time In Office 3 Days a week 9am-5pm Reports to: Clinical Director
$250.00-$300.00 Per Session
Are you ready to lead with purpose, compassion, and expertise? Step into a role where your clinical skills change livesand your voice shapes recovery. At Progressive Community Services we dont just provide treatment. We build futures. As a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), youll be at the forefront of transforming lives through evidence-based care, trauma-informed practice, and person-centered planning. Under the guidance of a licensed clinical supervisor, youll support individuals battling substance use disorders on their path to stability and success. What Youll Do
- Conduct initial screenings, ASAM assessments, and substance use evaluations using DSM-5
- Develop individualized service plans in partnership with clients and clinical teams
- Deliver group and individual counseling sessions using CBT, MI, and trauma-informed approaches
- Coordinate referrals for housing, employment, healthcare, and legal services
- Monitor participation and recovery progress, and document outcomes with precision and care
- Respond to crises with empathy and professionalismensuring safety and dignity
- Uphold the highest standards of ethical, clinical, and regulatory compliance
- Credentialed as a CSAC in Virginia (required)
- Bachelors degree in a human services field + 3 years of direct experience in SUD treatment
- Deep understanding of substance use recovery models, risk management, and relapse prevention
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and trauma-informed care practices
- Proven skills in case management, documentation, and interagency collaboration
- A passion for working with diverse communities and creating inclusive spaces for healing
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Attention to detail, sound judgment, and critical thinking
- Communication excellence and compassionate engagement
- Time management and adaptability in fast-paced clinical environments
- Ethical integrity and a commitment to service excellence
- Valid Virginia drivers license and acceptable driving record
- Satisfactory background check and child protective services clearance
- OIG Exclusion List screening clearance
This isnt just a jobits a calling. If you believe in leading with courage, serving with compassion, and achieving clinical excellence, then we want to meet you . Join us. Be a leader today. Transform lives every day.
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