CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR
Universal Health Services
- Location
- TORRANCE, CA
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Entry
- Posted
- 2h ago
About this role
Responsibilities
Chemical Dependency Counselor Del Amo Behavioral Health System, a subsidiary of UHS, offers a safe and compassionate environment for individuals looking for hope and healing from emotional, psychiatric and addiction issues. Del Amo Behavioral Health offers a wide range of options, including inpatient, outpatient and specialty programs that includes children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Whether addressing the needs of adults, adolescents, or children, we are committed to providing our patients with treatment to help them find recovery that endures. Our patients receive the same quality treatment from our thoughtful and compassionate team no matter the level of care. Learn more and apply today by visiting our website at: www.delamohospital.com Benefits include: Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! The Chemical Dependency (CD) Counselor is responsible for providing treatment management, in conjunction with the treatment team, of the chemically dependent patient and family from the initial phases of treatment through continuing care. Must be knowledgeable in the theory, technique, and practice of counseling within this specialty and utilize this expertise in providing individual group, and conjoint counseling, as well as delivering program content such as education and specialty groups. As one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdon. www.uhs.com Qualifications Education: Master's Degree Preferred. Graduate or equivalent from an accredited program of chemical dependency education.
Experience
1 - 3 years Clinica experience in psychiatric setting preferred. Experience and expertise in dual diagnosis, 12-step programs and substance abuse.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail,