Substance Use Counselor

A Certified Substance Use Counselor at Illumination Health + Home provides client services in shelters and recuperative care facilities using a harm reduction model. The role involves conducting assessments, creating care plans, leading group activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support individuals with substance use disorders. Counselors must maintain strict confidentiality, document interactions within 72 hours, and provide crisis intervention while adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines.