Top 31 Substance use Jobs in Ames Ia

Outpatient Addictions Counselor - Contract Position
YSS —Ames, IA
- $50 - $55 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Addiction Medicine
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Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - Ames
Primary Health Care Inc —Ames, IA
- $17.00 - $25.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
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Statewide Substance Use Prevention Manager
YSS —Ames, IA
- $51,750 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Peer Support Specialist-Eyerly Ball
UnityPoint Health —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Outpatient Addiction Treatment Counselor
Community and Family Resources —Boone, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Addiction Medicine
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
10d
Residential Admissions Coordinator
YSS —Cambridge, IA
- $17.28 - $21.63 an hour
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Residential
Mentoring Program Facilitator, Ames School District
YSS —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
10d
Residential Certified Counselor
YSS —Cambridge, IA
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
13d
Recovery Advocate
YSS —Cambridge, IA
- $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
3d
Recovery Specialist
YSS —Cambridge, IA
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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CDL A Owner Operator - OTR
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $200,000 - $300,000 a year
- Call employer
- Owner-operator
- Addiction Medicine
- Dry van
- Fuel card
- Flexible schedule
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CDL A Owner Operator - OTR
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $200,000 - $300,000 a year
- Call employer
- Owner-operator
- Addiction Medicine
- Dry van
- Fuel card
- Flexible schedule
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CDL A Truck OTR Driver earning 2200-3100
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Call employer
- Addiction Medicine
- No touch freight
- CDL A
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CDL A Truck OTR Driver earning 2200-3100
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Call employer
- Addiction Medicine
- No touch freight
- CDL A
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CDL A Truck OTR Driver earning 2200-3100
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Call employer
- Addiction Medicine
- No touch freight
- CDL A
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CDL A Owner Operator - OTR
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $200,000 - $300,000 a year
- Call employer
- Owner-operator
- Addiction Medicine
- Dry van
- Fuel card
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
CDL A Truck OTR Driver earning 2200-3100
Kavkaz Express LLC —Iowa
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Call employer
- Addiction Medicine
- No touch freight
- CDL A
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Behavioral Health Case Manager
LifeHealth LLC —Camp Dodge, IA
- From $75,762 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Word
- LMFT
- Master of Social Work
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Recovery Specialist - PT
YSS —Cambridge, IA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Addiction Medicine
- Maintenance
- Wellness program
- Employee assistance program
Clinical Supervisor SUD Outpatient Clinic, Queens and NYC Locations
The Second Wind —United States
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Clinic
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Outpatient Addictions Counselor - Contract Position

YSS -
Ames, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$50 - $55 an hour
12 days ago

Qualifications

Family therapy
Substance Abuse Counseling Certification
Family counseling
Driver's License
Substance abuse counseling
Bachelor's degree
Substance abuse
Working with families
Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders
Group counseling
Group therapy instruction

Full Job Description

YSS is looking for a empathetic, insightful, and skilled Independent Contractors to serve as Outpatient Addictions Counselors, helping us make a lasting difference in the lives of young people facing substance use disorders.

In this position you will play a vital role in supporting youth navigating substance use challenges by providing assessments for chemical dependency and delivering both individual and group counseling in a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.

What You'll Do...

Lead Individual and Group Counseling Sessions: Facilitate engaging and therapeutic sessions that offer clients the space to explore challenges, celebrate progress, and provide feedback on the program.
Empower Client Autonomy: Support each client's right to make their own choices and respectfully help them navigate the natural consequences and reactions to those decisions.
Develop and Implement Treatment Plans: Collaborate with clients to create personalized treatment plans, and take an active role in putting those plans into action.
Provide Crisis Intervention: Respond effectively and compassionately to clients experiencing crisis, ensuring safety and emotional support.
Conduct Educational Programming: Facilitate Substance Abuse Awareness Groups to promote understanding and informed decision-making around substance use and recovery.

This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.

Who You Are...

You believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and build a healthier future. You combine clinical expertise with empathy, meeting youth where they are while challenging and encouraging them to move forward. Whether you're conducting assessments, leading counseling sessions, or supporting someone through a difficult moment, you build trust through respect, compassion, and consistency.

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this, we ask for the following:

MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field.
At least two (2) years of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy.
Current Iowa Substance Abuse Counselor Certification (tCADC, CADC, or IADC).
Formal training in the field of substance use disorders.
Contractor must maintain professional liability insurance.
Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license.

The IDEAL Candidate Will:

Be mission-driven, with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive social impact.
Consistently approach their work with humility, respect, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
Demonstrate reliability and independence, managing responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Speak a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability? Your lived experience offers a unique, compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families. Your journey matters. If you’re ready to use it to uplift and empower others, we warmly encourage you to apply.

Who We Are...

We’re YSS—one of Iowa’s largest and longest-standing nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission is simple but powerful: spark hope, create opportunity, and help young people thrive.

From life-changing programs to a new 50-acre recovery campus, we’re expanding fast and thinking big. Learn more at yss.org.
We value the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to building a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can grow and succeed.
YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.

Stay Connected...

We communicate with applicants via email - straight from our Paycom system address: [email protected]. Please check your inbox regularly (and your spam/junk folder just in case). If the message does end up in spam/junk, make sure to add [email protected] to your list of safe senders. We may also send you texts if you give us that permission when you apply. Questions? Reach us anytime at [email protected]

Our Hiring Process - Here’s What to Expect...

Apply – Submit your application at yss.org/ysscareers
Assessment – We review your skills and experience
Interview – Phone, video, or in-person conversation
References – We’ll connect with 3+ professional references
Screening – Background check, driving record check, and license verification if required
Offer – If it’s a match, you’ll receive a formal offer through Paycom

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