Addiction Recovery Care·Ashland, Kentucky
The Clinical Counselor provides direct clinical services, including individual, group, and family therapy, to support clients in recovery from substance abuse. They are responsible for creating individualized treatment plans and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure client safety and well-being.
Join Addiction Recovery Care, LLC (ARC) which was selected as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Kentucky by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, based on surveys of our employees!
Are you passionate about serving in an environment of shared purpose and shared goals while driving the ARC mission and values to excellence for our clients, patients and team members?
ARC has been leading the way and has become one of the fastest growing healthcare systems in Kentucky (and beyond!) in addiction treatment, mental health services and improving lives by creating opportunities for people to discover hope and live their God-given destiny!
ARC is ready to offer you “The B.E.S.T. of ARC” (Balance, Energy, Safety, Training) on day 1 when you enter through our doors.
ARC is a thriving, dynamic, and fast-paced healthcare system environment where compassion, accountability, respect for the dignity of life, entrepreneurship, and stewardship are key elements of every thing we do!
We are hiring a Clinical Counselor for our growing team!
The Clinical Counselor is a vital component in the rehabilitation process.
They are responsible for monitoring the safety and well-being of clients.
Key Responsibilities: Conducts direct clinical services such as groups, individual and or family therapy with clients on the importance of continued absence from all mood-altering substances Participant of interdisciplinary team Responsible for the construction of individualized treatment plans for all clients Meet a minimum requirement of twenty six hours of direct client care.
Maintain a respectful relationship with clients Always maintain confidentiality displaying a professional disposition towards fellow staff Complete all documentation by end of business day Meet all billing requirements Participate in staff and state regulatory training as required Adhere to program policies and procedures while maintaining a professional code of ethics Maintain a valid driver’s license The Clinical Counselor is expected to protect the privacy of all client information in accordance with Addiction Recovery Care, LLC/ Odyssey, Inc.’s privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with the general principle of professionalism as a healthcare provider.
Key Experience and Education Needed: Bachelor of Arts Degree Master’s Degree in Counseling or Social Work preferred Licensed and/or Credentialed Counselor Experience delivering lectures on addiction and conducting group sessions.
Substance abuse experience preferred.
Appropriate State and Federal Clearances Other Qualifications to be Considered: Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system Knowledge of community health resources that support life improvement in physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health, economic security, employment, positive social and family interdependence, and positive cultural identity Knowledge of 12-Step Recovery Program Knowledge of the physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual impact of alcohol and other drugs on the individual and family Knowledge of Federal, State, and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction Knowledge and competency in problem-solving, stress management, ethics, and team building Knowledge of ASAM dimensions Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle crisis situations in a calm and supportive manner Ability to interact with a multidisciplinary team to assist in facets of the recovery program relating to physical health Ability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail Ability to prioritize work- and work-related responsibilities Ability to exhibit professional and courteous behavior, consistent with the ARC mission statement, when interacting with persons of varying backgrounds and education levels to create a safe and healthy relationship with clients served ARC full-time employees enjoy very attractive benefits packages for employees and their families to include health, dental, vision, life insurance, a wide array of ancillary insurance products for life’s needs, 401(k) plan with company matching and to ensure the work-life balance - generous paid vacation, sick, holiday and maternity/paternity leave policies.
Come join the ARC team and transform lives anchored in strong family relationships, social responsibility and meaningful career paths by empowering our nationally recognized crisis to career model while being your B.E.S.T.!
Addiction Recovery Care, LLC and its affiliated entities are an equal opportunity employer. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Arts degree and be a licensed or credentialed counselor, with a Master's in Counseling or Social Work preferred. Experience in delivering addiction lectures and conducting group sessions is required, along with a valid driver's license.
Market context
In Kentucky, clinical counselor openings are often tied to behavioral health and substance use treatment needs, so employers typically look for candidates with the right licensure and education. This role is competitive because the required background includes a bachelor’s in Drug and Alcohol Counseling or a master’s in Clinical Counseling or Social Work, plus an active Kentucky-recognized substance use disorder counseling license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and degree match before applying.
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