Counselor-Case Manager

Behavioral Health Network•Springfield, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Counselor-Case Manager to join our Carlson Recovery Center team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. At the Carlson Recovery Center, we believe in the unique strengths, skills, and empowerment of the individual to motivate their treatment and recovery from drug and/or alcohol addiction. In our 32-bed program, adults aged 18 and older who need CSS stabilization services can receive individualized recovery supports for up to 30 days. BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration for individuals served.
Ability to understand, empathize, and work with an addicted, dually-diagnosed and/or MAT maintained population.
At least one year of experience working in substance treatment environment (required).
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required).
Strong verbal & written communication skills.
Familiarity with Internet, word processing, and email systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or higher in related field (preferred).
Bilingual in Spanish & English (preferred).

Responsibilities

Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of the individuals they serve.
Overseeing and providing guidance and direct counseling.
Overseeing the activities and services provided to individuals to ensure compliance.
Completing assessments and developing individual treatment plans using knowledge of the range of addiction, dual diagnosis, medication assisted treatment issues, and aftercare planning, as well as the special needs, strengths and weaknesses of individuals served.
Meeting with individuals on the caseload regularly for one-on-one counseling.
Facilitating diverse psycho-educational groups for individuals served.
Documenting all notes regarding the care for individuals served, including admission, discharge, and aftercare planning information, in a timely fashion.
Recognizing and reporting licensing, funding, safety, and maintenance concerns.
Providing crisis intervention and emergency services, as needed.