UHS·Winter Park, Florida
This role is responsible for providing group counseling and support services to clients recovering from addiction to substances, drugs, or alcohol, including designing and implementing the facility's substance abuse group services across various programs. Duties also involve facilitating daily group sessions, completing documentation, assessing client dependency status, and coordinating with community partners for off-site resources.
Facilitate multiple daily group sessions, as indicated by Director of Clinical Services and Adult Program Manager Complete documentation requirements as outlined in facility program policies Provide appropriate interventions to facilitate the engagement of non-compliant clients Assess clients substance dependency status ongoing Advise treatment team/clients in how best to understand patients' struggles and provide support during the recovery process
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, with a Master's Degree preferred, and hold Florida state licensure or certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor. A minimum of two years of direct patient care experience is preferred, along with knowledge of 12-Step programs/SMART Recovery and excellent communication skills.
Market context
In Florida, Substance Abuse Counselor openings often draw candidates with licensure, related degrees, and direct patient-care experience, so employers tend to screen closely for both credentials and hands-on treatment background. This role is competitive because the preferred mix of a bachelor’s degree, Florida licensure or certification, and familiarity with 12-Step or SMART Recovery approaches can narrow the field. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight licensure, patient-care experience, and group or recovery-program exposure.