Counselor / Case Manager

Behavioral Health Network•Boston, MA

12d

About The Position

The Counselor / Case Manager performs admission and intake screenings, assists with treatment planning, and meets with clients weekly to review progress toward goals and identify additional resource needs. The role assesses treatment outcomes, adjusts approaches as appropriate, and documents services according to established expectations. It also includes educating individuals and groups about alcohol and drug abuse, harm reduction, mental illness, and available community and self-help resources. The Counselor / Case Manager helps coordinate referrals for ongoing aftercare treatment and supports individuals’ responsibility and participation in aftercare planning. The position offers two listed schedules: Sunday through Thursday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., or Friday through Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $25.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least one year of experience in substance abuse or behavioral health counseling.
Familiarity with the Internet, word processing, and email systems.
Ability to complete accurate and detailed documentation.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform admission and intake screenings.
Assist in developing treatment plans.
Meet with clients weekly to ensure goals are being met and determine areas requiring additional resources and attention.
Assess treatment-planning outcomes, adjust treatment approaches accordingly, and document according to established expectations.
Educate individuals and groups regarding alcohol and drug abuse, harm reduction, mental illness, and available community and self-help resources.
Assist in coordinating referrals for ongoing aftercare treatment with agencies and services.
Facilitate individuals’ responsibility and participation in aftercare planning.