Community Support Program / Therapeutic Training & Support Counselor
About The Position
Arbour Community Services is hiring for a combined Community Support Program and Therapeutic Training & Support Counselor role. The full-time, in-person position supports adults age 18 and older with a range of mental health needs in community settings. Counselors provide skills training and connect clients with community resources to promote independent living, reduce the risk of hospitalization or substance-use relapse, and improve quality of life. The role is described as a good opportunity to develop knowledge in mental health and social work while working with an experienced, energetic, and supportive team. The schedule is flexible based on the employee’s availability and the client’s needs. Arbour Counseling Services, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, provides behavioral health and substance-use treatment programs for individuals of all ages, groups, families, and couples. The organization emphasizes individualized, compassionate care and quality and convenience for the communities it serves.
Requirements
- A valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
- Daily access to a working, registered, and insured vehicle.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to independently plan and organize one’s schedule and client services.
- Knowledge of Microsoft computer systems.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Appropriate citizenship work documentation.
- Must pass a CORI check, drug test, and other pre-employment documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.
- One year of experience providing direct care.
- Bilingual applicants are encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Meet with clients weekly to provide outreach and support services.
- Engage clients in the treatment system and support them in implementing their goals.
- Help clients develop the skills and access the resources needed to maintain community tenure.
- Coordinate care with providers and other contacts.
- Provide telephone coaching and support.
- Document all meetings and contacts.
- Attend weekly staff and department meetings and supervision.
Benefits
- Up to a $2,000 signing bonus.
- Flexible schedule.
- Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
- Yearly tuition reimbursement.
- License preparation, testing fees, and licensing fees covered by Arbour.
- Free continuing education units.
- Weekly licensure supervision.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Internal advancement opportunities, including leadership and management training.
- Growth opportunities.
- 401(k) with company match of 50% of the first 6% of contributions.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- Employee assistance program.
- Company outings.
- Employee discounts through the Perks at Work program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
