Counselor Assistant

Pinnacle Treatment Brand • Douglasville, GA

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About The Position

As a Counselor Assistant/Intern at Pinnacle Treatment Centers, you will offer patients comprehensive psychological therapy under the supervision of clinical leadership. The role helps address the causes and effects of patients’ addiction. The posted schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.; Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; and Saturdays when needed, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Requirements

• GED, high school diploma, or higher.
• Obtain Counselor in Training certification (CCIT) within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain full certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I or higher) through the Alcohol & Drug Abuse Certification Board of Georgia (ADACBGA), or as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures.
• Orient patients to program objectives, phase system requirements, rules and regulations, sanctions, service hours, patient rights, and other information that helps them adjust to the program.
• Ensure each patient is assessed and placed according to treatment phases and applicable standards and agency policies.
• Keep clinical documentation and patient charts updated according to established policies and procedures.
• Counsel patients in crisis by identifying resources and coping abilities to help them manage and resolve the crisis.
• Counsel patients who have refused to comply with program requirements to increase their awareness of the consequences of noncompliance.
• Arrange referrals to other agencies and community resources when appropriate.
• Perform treatment plan reviews.
• Participate in case conferences and case reviews according to established policies and procedures.
• Develop knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, methadone treatment, and substance abuse counseling certification.
• Submit internal and external correspondence to a supervisor for review and approval.
• Complete intakes and facilitate group counseling sessions.
• Collect and test urine or swab drug screens while following proper chain-of-custody procedures.
• Secure necessary patient documentation when appropriate to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Submit monthly and quarterly statistical reports to a supervisor.
• Attend team meetings and complete required training courses on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 18 days of paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP).
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.
• Competitive salaries.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED