Reports to: SHORES Clinical Supervisor
Hours: Occasional - (some evenings and weekends may be
required)
General Statement of Duties: The Drug and Alcohol Counselor will
provide drug and alcohol outpatient level treatment for children, adolescents
and young adults for the SHORES D&A program.
Essential Functions:
1. Promotes the Mission and Philosophy of
Holy Family Institute.
2. Completes timely drug and alcohol
assessments of identified clients.
3. Identifies family treatment issues and
makes outside referrals when indicated.
4. Assists Lead Counselor in formulating
time limited, goal-directed treatment plans.
5. Provides goal-directed, strength-based
therapy as defined by the treatment plan (minimum of 10 direct service hours).
6. Completes required documentation with
agency standards, and submits documentation to the Clinical Supervisor on a
timely basis.
7. Attends all mandatory training.
8. Maintains client confidentiality.
Minimum
Qualifications: Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelors
Degree in Human Services discipline; knowledge of child development and family
dynamics; minimum of 1-2 years experience in counseling children, adolescents,
and young adults who have drug and alcohol issues. Candidate must have a valid
PA driver’s license and current Act 33/34 clearances. (Client areas include but are not limited to: Allegheny, Armstrong,
Outside applicants may submit a resume to recruiter@hfi-pgh.org
Internal Candidates must submit a job posting application to HR Dept. and receive approval from their present supervisor to work in this program.