Counselor- Individual Placement Services

The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester Inc • Manchester, NH

1h

About The Position

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level