0120 Facility - Counselor 1

Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center•Ball Ground, GA

About The Position

The Counselor 1 provides treatment and support to help patients recover from substance use, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. The role conducts and co-facilitates group and family sessions under supervision, supports behavior modification, and may perform assessments, prepare treatment plans, and plan aftercare for assigned patients. It also includes maintaining timely, clear patient-care documentation; providing crisis intervention and case management; coordinating with referral sources and insurance carriers when requested; and evaluating whether patients need referrals to other programs or facilities. The counselor is expected to treat customers with empathy and professionalism, address complaints, and prioritize patient safety. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in counseling field instruction, an internship, or a similar practicum through education or certification is required.
Counseling licensure or certification as required by the state where the facility operates, or eligibility for state licensure or certification within the timeframe designated by the facility.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
Ongoing education and training required by the state and applicable accrediting body must be completed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a social or health services field preferred.
First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled group and/or family sessions under supervision and document them as required.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
May conduct initial and follow-up patient assessments.
May prepare an individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
May plan aftercare for assigned patients.
May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
May provide case management duties to ensure individualized quality care.
Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referral to another program or facility is needed.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve unmet needs or complaints, with patient safety as a priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.