Behavioral Health Counselor (LPC or LSW required)
About The Position
DeCoach Recovery is hiring a full-time, onsite Behavioral Health Counselor for its Hamilton, Ohio team. The counselor provides hands-on therapeutic care to clients experiencing addiction and mental health challenges, using individualized, evidence-based and solution-focused approaches. The role involves building goal-oriented treatment plans, providing individual and group therapy, collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team, and supporting clients in crisis. The counselor also maintains professional documentation, participates in team and supervision activities, advocates for clients, and continues developing clinical skills.
Requirements
- A degree in counseling, social work, chemical dependency, or a closely related field.
- A current Ohio license or certification in counseling or a comparable discipline, such as LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW, LCDC II/III, or LICDC.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills and the ability to earn trust quickly.
- A collaborative approach and comfort working with professionals from different disciplines.
- Self-direction and sound judgment, including knowing when to seek guidance.
- Strong organizational skills for managing a caseload and meeting documentation deadlines.
- Composure and sound ethics in a busy setting where priorities may shift.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
Responsibilities
- Complete client assessments and develop personalized treatment plans using evidence-based, solution-focused methods.
- Lead individual and group therapy sessions that build on clients’ strengths and prioritize their goals.
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers.
- Provide de-escalation and crisis support and connect clients with appropriate safety resources.
- Maintain thorough and timely records, including progress notes and treatment plans, in accordance with professional and agency standards.
- Participate in team huddles, case reviews, and clinical supervision.
- Provide respectful, culturally aware care and advocate for clients within the organization and the wider community.
- Continue learning through training and current research and pursue opportunities for advancement.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Employer-funded life insurance
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Additional retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Support for continuing education and professional growth
- Tuition reimbursement
- Access to STAR-eligible facilities
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Job Type
Full-time
