Behavioral Health Counselor 2 / CAC or CADC

Georgia Pines•Moultrie, GA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Georgia Pines Community Service Board is seeking a leader for its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in South Georgia. This public, not-for-profit organization provides behavioral health and intellectual/developmental disability services across six rural counties. The selected applicant will focus on prevention and/or behavior modification, working with individuals and groups to promote mental health. Responsibilities may include helping individuals with addictions, substance abuse, family issues, suicide, stress management, self-esteem, and aging-related mental health concerns. The role also involves scheduling consumers for testing, assembling test materials, administering tests, and developing/implementing behavior management and/or skills acquisition plans. Approximately 80% of services are expected to be provided in the individual's home. This position is an integral part of the ACT team and reports directly to the ACT Director.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
Two years of experience.
Certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselor's Association (GACA).
Must have a CAC or CADC. Will accept if registered to take the exam.
Must provide a telephone number where the applicant can be reached during the daytime.
Males between 18 and 26 years of age will be required to present proof of having registered with the Selective Services System or of being exempt from such registration.

Responsibilities

Counseling with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification.
Working with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health.
Helping individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse, family, parenting, and marital problems, suicide, stress management, problems with self-esteem, and issues associated with aging, mental and emotional health.
Scheduling consumers for testing, assembling test materials and administering tests.
Developing and implementing behavior management and/or skills acquisition plans.