Drug & Alcohol Therapist
Company: JFK Behavioral Health Center
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW : JFK’s Drug &
Alcohol Therapists provide direct clinical care to clients managing
substance use & chemical dependency. For our Drug & Alcohol walk-in
setting, our therapists serve the local community by: Providing
clinical diagnostic and counseling therapy for individuals, groups
& family/couples; and Drug and Alcohol assessments/intakes Designs
a program of treatment and rehabilitation tailored to patient's
individual situation based on knowledge of alcohol and drug
dependency and counseling and treatment methods. Using a
collaborative approach to treatment planning, exchanging resources
& ideas to promote strength, recovery & resilience Modifying
treatment programs based on observations and maintaining case
histories. Identifying social, economic, and health programs &
resources appropriate to support community integration. WE ARE
SEEKING DEDICATED PROFESSIONALS WHO: Desire to embrace and advance
the philosophy and objectives of JFK Behavioral Health Are
motivated to construct and implement impactful therapeutic
techniques Can establish rapport and cooperative relationships with
individuals possessing diminished social and emotional capacity
Understand substance use, treatment and the dynamics of
co-occurring disorders Understand the social factors which
contribute to attitudes and behaviors Are organized and can
memorialize client progress, treatment plans and daily clinical
documentation to satisfy regulatory requirements. Have an awareness
of the laws, regulations and rules governing the provision of
behavioral health services TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree
in the behavioral or social sciences; ideally inclusive of studies
in social work/welfare, mental health, substance use & recovery,
and/or public health - OR - Bachelor’s degre e behavioral or social
sciences; ideally inclusive of studies in substance use & recovery
- OR - Full certification as an addiction’s counselor by a
statewide certification body and Relevant internship experience in
mental health/substance use & recovery care delivery; post-master’s
experience is strongly preferred. WHAT WE OFFER: JFK’s compensation
structure is impacted by the limited resources dedicated to mental
health treatment and recovery, but is augmented by our
comprehensive benefits offerings: Generous PTO accruals; vacation,
sick, and personal days Medical dental, vision and prescription
plan coverage with moderate employee contributions JFK is a PSLF
qualifying employer for student-loan forgiveness. Licensure
qualifying direct supervision clinical hours (LPC/LCSW) Direct and
indirect clinical hours and supervision towards CAACD certification
Reimbursement for continuing education, other training
opportunities and licensure assistance Schedule: Monday through
Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Location: Center City Philadelphia, accessible
to SEPTA and Regional Rail,
Keywords: JFK Behavioral Health Center, Catonsville , Drug & Alcohol Therapist, Healthcare , Philadelphia, Maryland
