Behavioral Health Counselor - 608 William

Endeavor Health Services•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Endeavor Health Services is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Counselor to join their team at the 608 William clinic. The successful candidate will possess a passion for helping people, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships. This role involves providing comprehensive counseling services to clients dealing with various mental health issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. The ideal candidate should have a master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field, along with experience in evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). The Behavioral Health Counselor will work collaboratively with a team of professionals to deliver quality care and ensure client needs are met, offering an opportunity to significantly impact the lives of others.

Requirements

Master's degree in a relevant field such as mental health counseling or social work
Licensure eligible within 18 months of hire - Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), etc
Knowledge of counseling techniques, theories, and practices
Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse disorders
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships
Ability to identify and assess behavioral health issues
Ability to develop and implement treatment plans
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals, groups, and families
Ability to provide crisis counseling and intervention
Ability to work with clients from diverse backgrounds
Ability to document and maintain accurate records

Nice To Haves

One year of direct service, post-graduate, experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, couples, and family counseling to clients
Develop treatment plans and set attainable goals for clients
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Educate clients on topics related to mental health and wellness
Facilitate therapeutic activities and techniques to address client needs
Conduct assessments and provide crisis management when necessary
Maintain accurate and detailed records of client progress
Provide referrals to community resources as needed
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices
Advocate for clients in a variety of settings
Collaborate with other mental health professionals as needed