Forensic Counselor

Berks Counseling Center, Inc.•Leesport, PA

9h•$49,688 - $53,166•Onsite

About The Position

Berks Counseling Center is a team-based, recovery-oriented behavioral health, physical health, and supportive services organization. It provides a holistic approach to a culturally and economically diverse population to support healthy and productive lifestyles. The Forensic Counselor provides screening, assessment, and outpatient services to inmates housed at the Berks County Jail System. The role works collaboratively with Berks Counseling Center and jail staff, including the care coordinator of the Jail Project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related social service field.
Ability to work 40 hours per week within the agency’s hours of operation: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Friday, with Saturday hours when applicable.
Meet the physical and communication requirements of the position, including reading and analyzing documents and computer data, communicating with clients, vendors, and coworkers, moving about the jail, agency, and community, carrying up to 10 pounds, and writing, typing, and using technology.
Satisfactory drug and alcohol screening test.
Valid PA State Police Criminal History, PA State Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal History clearances, valid within the 60 months before employment.
Provide original documentation and verification of relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates, or licensure.
Not be excluded from participation in Medicaid, Medicare, or other federal healthcare programs, including appearing on the OIG Federal Healthcare Program Exclusion from Participation list, where applicable to the role.
Ability to obtain clearance and access to work at the Berks County Jail System.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct substance abuse counseling experience or relevant internship.
Master’s degree.
CAC certification.
Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide screening and assessment of inmates.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling to inmates, as appropriate.
Complete required clinical documentation related to outpatient treatment standards accurately, efficiently, and in an up-to-date manner.
Work collaboratively with Berks Counseling Center and Berks County Jail System staff, including the Jail Project care coordinator.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Free virtual urgent care (telemedicine) and virtual mental health services for employees and their families.
Additional voluntary insurance options.
403(b) with agency match after 12 months of service.
15 days of paid time off.
Two floating holidays per calendar year.
Two wellness days per calendar year.
10 fully paid holidays per calendar year.
Free parking.
Tuition reimbursement or student loan assistance.
Paid licenses and certifications relevant to Berks Counseling Center and the work performed.
Free supervision for clinical licensure (LPC, LCSW).
Salary comparable to experience and education.