Substance Abuse Treatment Counselor

Job overview

The Substance Abuse Treatment Counselor role is onsite in Honolulu, HI, and pays $51,000–$55,000 per year. The position delivers substance-abuse treatment services to teens and supports the YMCA of Honolulu’s work to strengthen communities.

What you'll do

• Provide 20 hours of direct client services weekly, including individual and group counseling
• conduct intake and orientation interviews within two days of referral
• maintain a caseload of 12–15 clients
• assess needs and develop treatment plans
• document progress in DAP format
• participate in three hours of supervision weekly
• coordinate follow-up after discharge and meet clients in schools, the community, or their homes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

substance abuse treatment counselor

full-time

honolulu hi

ymca of honolulu

adolescent services

individual counseling

group counseling

case management

treatment planning

$51k–$55k/year

community-based services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Free YMCA membership, referral bonuses, and discounts of up to 60% on YMCA programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.

Why this role

A Hawaii Certified Substance Abuse Counselor credential is preferred. The posting accepts a bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a high school diploma with at least three years of substantial successful field experience in substance-abuse treatment.

About the employer

YMCA of Honolulu is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.