Counselor - Men's Unit

Acadia Healthcare • Sioux Falls, SD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Keystone Treatment Center is seeking a Counselor for its Men's Unit at the inpatient facility in Canton, South Dakota. The role supports people experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. The counselor provides patient care through group and family sessions, assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, case management, and coordination with referral sources and other programs. Patient safety, clear and timely documentation, and a positive, empathetic, professional approach are priorities.

This is a full-time day position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with eight-hour shifts. The employer advertises a competitive hourly rate and notes that shift differentials are available for nights and weekends. ACT is required; CAC or LAC is preferred. Training is available upon hire for required CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• CAC or LAC preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a social or health services field preferred.
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Eight paid holidays and 24 hours of personal time.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan.
• Employee assistance program, including counseling, legal, and financial services.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Licensure reimbursement.
• Well-being programs and professional growth opportunities.
• Training program and defined career paths.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED