Counselor

Job Description

The Counselor provides direct addiction treatment to adult patients and their families, including individual and group counseling, assessments, and treatment planning.

Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, coordinating with community agencies, ensuring confidentiality, and maintaining accurate charts in compliance with regulations.

The role involves crisis intervention, patient education on chemical dependency, and participation in treatment teams and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements include a four-year degree or relevant experience, an active license in NM (LSAA, LADAC, LMHC, LPCC, LMFT, LMSW, or LISW), and a valid driver’s license.

Physical demands involve sitting, occasional lifting, and reaching. Mental demands include alertness, attention to detail, following instructions, and accuracy in documentation.