Counselor 1

SPHS GROUP•Charleroi, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities. Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Treatment Plans. Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups. Serves as advocate to identify and access entitlement resources, available social services, and affordable housing. Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares, and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team, as well as a member of the emergency services/delegate team and maintains appropriate communication with external programs and community resources. Other duties as required. Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, Psychology, Rehabilitation or Activities Therapy with progress experience in human services from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance for the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.

Responsibilities

Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Treatment Plans.
Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups.
Serves as advocate to identify and access entitlement resources, available social services, and affordable housing.
Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares, and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team, as well as a member of the emergency services/delegate team and maintains appropriate communication with external programs and community resources.
Other duties as required.
Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.