Counselor- Individual Placement Services
About The Position
Everyone deserves to feel healthy in both body and mind. Here at The Mental Health Center, we’re committed to helping you understand mental illness and get on the road to recovery. Our programs and services aim to restore health and improve quality of life. We believe each staff member plays an integral role in fulfilling our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. We know our employees are the key to our success, and we currently have job opportunities available so YOU too can become part of our successful, energetic, and dedicated organization! We are also proud to be a recipient of The Bell Seal Certification for Workplace Mental Health, recognizing our commitment to creating a mentally healthy, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Position Summary: The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester is looking for a Bachelor-level counselor to fill a full-time, clinical position as part of a community-based vocational counseling team. Position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. The counselor must have experience in the field of mental health, specifically treating substance use disorder. The ideal candidate is a proven self-starter with experience in networking, program development, and counseling.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the mental health and substance use fields
- Knowledge of vocational and employment services
- Strong ability to network in the community
- Strong sense of team work
- Self-Starter, Independent
- Communicates effectively with staff, clients, and community partners.
- Willingness to use non-stigmatizing, nonjudgmental, client-centered language
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, rehab counseling, education/counseling, or related field from an accredited university is required.
- Experience in the Mental Health Field
- Experience in the substance use (SUD) field
- Experience with networking
- Basic fundamental computer experience
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile with liability insurance in the amount required by agency policy.
Responsibilities
- Follow the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Evidence-Based treatment model of supported employment.
- Support clients with all aspects of employment
- Attend treatment team meetings for all required teams
- Continuously network with local employers with intention to develop jobs for clients.
- Regularly communicate with all members of IPS treatment teams.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Extended Illness Leave (EIL)
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Short- and Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Medical and Dependent Care
- Flexible Work Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company Discounts
- Employee Recognition Events
- Competitive Salaries
- Supervision towards Clinical Licensure
- Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
