Counselor Technician (49504)

WESTCARE INC•Elkhorn City, KY

31d•$13 - $13

About The Position

The Counselor Technician supervises and provides daily support to assigned program participants. This position is tasked with ensuring the safety of all program participants and ensuring compliance with WestCare policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Essential Job Functions:

Requirements

Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
One (1) year of experience in a comparable position is required
Ability to form and maintain effective, professional, and positive relationships with staff, volunteers, and program participants required
Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required
Adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct required
Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion required
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

Nice To Haves

Relevant certification and/or licensure is preferred; preference will be given to certified candidates
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred
Two (2) or more years working in a behavioral health environment is preferred
Experience working with individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders preferred

Responsibilities

Supervises program participants under the direction of the Program Director or designee, reporting unusual changes as they occur
Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and observation of participants
Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring program participant, staff, and visitor safety
Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable
Assists with the initial assessment and receiving of new program participants
Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time
Transports participants to school or medical appointments as required (if authorized)
Monitors participant whereabouts to be sure they remain on WestCare property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave WestCare property
Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for program participants, participating where appropriate
Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order
Ensures participant medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with WestCare procedures
Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation
Performs any other duties as assigned