Counselor Intern - Unpaid

BHG Careers•Gadsden, AL

About The Position

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and the leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. We are dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use disorders. With over 114 locations in 22 states, our team of more than 1,900 employees serves over 42,000 patients. As a Counselor at Behavioral Health Group (BHG), you will assist patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals. You will help patients prepare for and adjust to a drug-free life, providing emotional and physical support for various challenges. Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you will ensure adherence to schedules, program policies, and all regulatory requirements, performing duties within the scope of your license or certification.

Requirements

A highly motivated self-starter & fast learner
Exceeds customer/team expectation
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Excellent Decision Making & Problem Solving Skills
Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Problem analysis and assessment
Time management
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (including Excel)
Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues
Ability to deal appropriately with patient and team members in stressful or other undesirable situations and to seek direction from supervisors when necessary
Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions
Ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug dependent patients
Knowledge of the substance abuse population, treatment planning and the field of human social services to work toward the rehabilitation of the patient community
Compliance with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.

Responsibilities

Conduct alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions on a regular basis per state regulation, or as part of the individual treatment plan
Conduct group counseling sessions as required
Orient patients to the treatment program’s operation and procedures
Maintain patient records that are complete, comprehensive and well organized
Make appropriate referrals through case-management services
Provide intake/readmission services, including several weeks of supportive follow-up counseling for new patients until their assignment to a primary counselor
Provide crisis intervention/support services to patients