Counselor II

Summit BHC

3d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Counselor II provides treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in recovery from addictions, including alcoholism and drug addiction, or mental health disorders. The role helps clients modify problem behaviors and may provide counseling to clients’ families. This is an onsite, individual-contributor position at Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health, or a closely related health services field, plus at least 3 years of post-bachelor’s professional experience in addictions or counseling; alternatively, a master’s degree in one of these fields plus at least 1 year of post-master’s professional experience in addictions, therapy, or counseling.
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Current and valid state-required licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist, or addiction counselor.
CPR certification and de-escalation training are required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
First aid may be required depending on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct client assessments to identify client history, current presentation, problem areas, clinical treatment needs, and risk.
Conduct ongoing assessments of the chemical-dependence services required by the treatment program.
Prepare and carry out initial treatment plans and treatment-plan progress reviews for assigned clients, documenting as required.
Lead assigned group counseling, individual sessions, and family sessions; implement and document assigned evidence-supported treatment modalities.
Provide clients and families with education about substance abuse and psychiatric problems.
Complete documentation regarding client care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
Provide crisis intervention and counseling to clients as needed.
Plan and complete required aftercare documentation for assigned clients.
Liaise with insurance carriers as requested.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and clients.
Provide case management to ensure individualized, quality care.
Conduct educational workshops within the hospital and in the community as required.
Serve as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.
Evaluate client needs to determine the appropriate level of care and whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.