Counselor I

Gateway Foundation•Springfield, MO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider that delivers substance use and mental health treatment. The Counselor I works at the Springfield Residential Center, serving adult male and female clients in a residential treatment setting. The role assesses client needs, develops treatment plans, provides individual and group counseling, monitors clients, documents progress, and connects clients with follow-up care. The schedule varies and includes day and evening shifts, with some weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency required.
At least 6 months of previous experience in substance use or mental health counseling required.
Related work experience with the program-specific population (adolescent or adult) in a residential treatment setting required.
Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time to monitor and interact with clients.
Ability to speak with others to exchange information and provide counseling.
Ability to record, proofread, and check documents and files for accuracy regularly.
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, or audit information and data regularly.
Ability to respond to telephones and hear and detect alarms and unusual noises.
Ability to drive an automobile or van, remain alert to traffic conditions, and identify and comply with traffic signals and signs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the scope and type of care needed.
Develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Lead group counseling and education sessions.
Provide one-on-one individual counseling sessions.
Maintain confidential, systematic, accurate, and timely client-progress documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Use communication skills to guide clients toward positive choices, especially during crises.
Monitor client behavior in the therapeutic milieu.
Administer accountability tests by collecting urine drug screens and breathalyzer samples.
Make community referrals for follow-up care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums.
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance paid for by Alpharus Health.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance paid for by Alpharus Health.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
18 paid time-off days per year, with accrual rates increasing with years of service.
9 paid company holidays.
Training and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
Access to online courses providing CEUs and job-related training.
Formal and informal clinical supervision and guidance.