Behavioral Health Counselor - MAT

Berks Counseling Center•Reading, PA

About The Position

Berks Counseling Center is a team-based, recovery-oriented organization providing behavioral health, physical health, and supportive services to a culturally and economically diverse population. The Behavioral Health Counselor works in the Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT) program as an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, specializing in substance use issues related to opioid use, dual disorders, and high-risk behavioral health issues. The role provides individual and group counseling, daily support, education, and potential community outreach regarding behavioral health and substance use issues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related social service field.
At least one year of experience with substance abuse/co-occurring treatment.
Knowledge of high-risk care models.
Knowledge of MAT models as they relate to treatment for all populations, including pregnant and postpartum women.
Knowledge of the unique needs of substance use and co-occurring populations.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and ability to drive, travel, and provide community treatment as needed.
Obtain CAC or PCB certification within one year of employment.
Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency operating hours: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Friday, and Saturday hours when applicable.
Ability to read and interpret documents and read and analyze data on a computer screen for prolonged periods.
Ability to communicate with clients, vendors, and coworkers.
Mobility to move about the agency.
Ability to carry up to 5 pounds.
Ability to write, type, and use technology.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related social service field.
Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.
Experience documenting clinical needs clearly, concisely, and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Provide mobile outreach as needed.
Monitor clients’ access to and involvement with treatment and other providers, helping address barriers to treatment and recovery.
Serve as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
Screen, assess, and evaluate potential clients.
Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling.
Assess client treatment needs and develop comprehensive, individualized, integrated treatment plans.
Use collaborative documentation and complete clinical records in accordance with compliance standards, medical necessity guidelines, and agency standards for timeliness and accuracy.
Maintain weekly direct-service hours as designated by the Team Leader.
Participate in individual supervision, clinical team meetings, and huddles.
Collaborate with the treatment team to meet client needs, including Peer Support, Certified Recovery Support, Case Management, Health Coaching, Care Coordination, Counseling, Primary Care, MOUD, and Psychiatry.
Attend staff meetings and assigned community meetings or committees.
Provide community outreach and networking related to clinical services.
Maintain appropriate credentials and complete ongoing training and education as required by licensure, certification, or agency policy.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical documentation in client records and prepare required reports.
Meet insurance and funding source requirements.
Provide crisis coverage and services at satellite locations and in the community as needed.

Benefits

Salary comparable to experience and education.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Free virtual urgent care (telemedicine) and virtual mental health services for the employee and their family.
Additional voluntary insurance options.
403(b) with agency match after 12 months of service.
15 days of paid time off to start.
Two floating holidays per calendar year.
Two wellness days per calendar year.
Ten fully paid holidays per calendar year.
Free parking.
Tuition reimbursement or student loan assistance.
Paid licenses and certifications when relevant to BCC and the employee’s work.
Free supervision for licensure and certifications.