Licensed Addiction Counselor
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Job overview
Amergis is hiring a Licensed Addiction Counselor. The Licensed Addiction Counselor provides one‑on‑one drug and alcohol consultations, individual and group therapy in inpatient and outpatient settings, crisis intervention, and assistance with behavioral health needs such as mental illness and substance use disorders.
Key focus areas include Provide one‑on‑one drug and alcohol consultation to patients/clients, Conduct individual and group therapy in inpatient and outpatient programs, and Deliver crisis intervention for behavioral health emergencies.
Preferred (not required): Crisis Intervention, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, and Behavioral Health Assessments.
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Full job description
The Licensed Addiction Counselor provides one on one drug and alcohol consultation to patients/clients; along with individual and group therapy in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient programs. The Licensed Addiction Counselor also provides crisis intervention and assists with behavioral health needs and issues including mental illness, developmental and learning disabilities, substance use, etc.
Minimum Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work or public health required
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Current license or certificate in addictions/substance abuse counseling in the state of assignment required
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Experience in behavioral health guidelines, to include behavioral health assessments, individual and group therapy, clinical management of patients with mental illness and / or substance abuse issues preferred
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Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Allied
Job Function: Allied | Licensed Addiction Counselor | Licensed Addiction Counselor
Job Type: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0813
Contract Duration: 13
Pay Rate: $1360 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-08-11T14:21:42
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