Drug Abuse Counselor (Part Time)

IBUKUN COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SERV

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Certified Case Manager (CCM), Concrete, Crisis Intervention, Documentation, Legal Standards, Medicaid, Performance Reviews, Plan Meetings, Psychology, Regulations, Risk, Social Work, Substance Abuse
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement

The Part-Time Drug Abuse Counselor provides group facilitation and individual counseling to
youth with substance-use concerns within Ibukun’s trauma-informed therapeutic group
home. The counselor delivers structured, evidence-based interventions that support
emotional stabilization, harm reduction, and healthy decision-making. Services are delivered
in alignment with Medicaid, DCFS, and agency standards, including ASD-informed
adaptations when clinically indicated.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Services
• Provide individual counseling sessions focused on substance-use education, coping
skills, relapse-prevention strategies, and motivational enhancement.
• Facilitate weekly substance-use groups, including psychoeducation, skill-building,
and process-based discussions.
• Utilize evidence-based modalities such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, harm-reduction strategies, and trauma-responsive approaches.
• Incorporate ASD-informed clinical adaptations (visual supports, concrete language, sensory-aware strategies) when appropriate.
• Conduct screenings and contribute to treatment planning in collaboration with the clinical team.


Documentation & Compliance
• Complete timely, accurate progress notes, group notes, and treatment updates in accordance with

Medicaid and DCFS Requirements
• Participate in case reviews, staff meetings, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.


Collaboration & Support
• Coordinate with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and external providers to ensure continuity of care.• Provide consultation to staff regarding substance-use trends, risk factors, and youth support strategies.
• Support crisis-prevention and de-escalation efforts using trauma-informed practices.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• CADC, CRADC, or related substance-use credential required or in progress.
• Experience working with adolescents, trauma-impacted youth, or residential settings preferred.
• Strong skills in group facilitation, rapport-building, and culturally responsive engagement.
• Ability to complete documentation that meets Medicaid and DCFS standards.

Schedule & Compensation
• Part-time position; flexible scheduling available.
• Hours include group facilitation and individual sessions weekly.
• Compensation based on credentials and experience.

About the Company

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