UHS·Chester, Pennsylvania
The Addictions Counselor provides direct care to dually diagnosed and chemically dependent patients within a safe therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, delivering individual and group educational services, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to meet treatment goals.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.