BA Counselor
Amherst H Wilder Founda•St. Paul, MN
•$50,000 - $55,000
About The Position
The BA Counselor provides support and guidance to individuals experiencing challenges related to substance use and mental health. The role develops personalized treatment plans based on each client’s needs and works collaboratively with clients to create a safe, supportive environment that promotes recovery and personal growth. The counselor also engages with community resources and support networks to support clients’ overall well-being. The position’s goal is to empower individuals to achieve recovery goals and improve their quality of life.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
- At least 2,000 hours of supervised experience delivering mental health services.
- Regular ongoing supervision and clinical supervision totaling 38 hours per year, including at least one hour per month of clinical supervision regarding individual service delivery with a case management supervisor.
- If mental health practitioner requirements are not met, must qualify for an exemption under the refugee waiver to deliver services to non-English-speaking clients.
Responsibilities
- Provide support and guidance to individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges.
- Develop personalized treatment plans that address each client’s needs.
- Work collaboratively with clients to foster a safe and supportive environment and promote recovery and personal growth.
- Engage with community resources and support networks to enhance clients’ overall well-being.
- Empower individuals to achieve recovery goals and improve their quality of life.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Basic life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Paid leave
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee wellness programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee resource groups
- Tuition discounts and development funding
- Medical and dental benefits begin on the first day of hire for eligible employees, with no waiting period
- Eligible federal loans may qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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Job Type
Full-time
