Behavioral Health Counselor IV - SPARC Latham - FT Days

Trinity Health • Cohoes, NY

398d • $49,712 - $68,328

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Counselor IV position at SPARC Latham is a full-time role focused on providing comprehensive treatment for individuals with addiction and mental health disorders. The counselor will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement patient care through individual and group therapy sessions. This role emphasizes a client-centered approach and aims to improve mental health outcomes for diverse populations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with CASAC or master's degree in a related field with licensure/certification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience working in an addiction or behavioral related field with skills in planning and leading group therapy, individual treatment sessions, and family sessions.
• Strong writing and communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of working with community agencies and managed care representatives is desired.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with a diverse population and a strong understanding of multicultural issues is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide addiction treatment as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Responsible for assessment, planning, and implementation of the approved plan of patient care through individual and group sessions.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Work with individuals, groups, and communities to improve mental health.
• Conduct intakes, individual, group, and family therapy.

Benefits

• Sign On Bonus Eligible
• Generous tuition allowance
• Career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees