Counselor 1

Acadia Healthcare•Ball Ground, GA

About The Position

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. The role conducts and co-facilitates group and family sessions under supervision, supports behavior modification, and may complete assessments, develop treatment plans, coordinate aftercare, and provide case management. The Counselor maintains timely, clear documentation and may coordinate with referral sources and insurance carriers. The position also involves crisis intervention, evaluating patient needs for referrals, and providing professional, empathetic service with patient safety as a priority. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in counseling field instruction, an internship, or a similar practicum through education or a certification process.
Counseling licensure or certification as required by the state where the facility operates, or eligibility to obtain state licensure or certification within the timeframe designated by the facility.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
Completion of ongoing education and training required by the state and applicable accrediting body.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a social or health services field.
First aid, if required by the state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled group and/or family sessions under supervision and document them as required.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
Complete initial and follow-up patient assessments, as assigned.
Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients, as needed.
Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
Plan aftercare for assigned patients, as needed.
Liaise with insurance carriers, as requested.
Provide case management to ensure individualized quality care, as needed.
Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve unmet patient needs or complaints.
Prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.