Group Counselor (Residential)

TLC•Monroe, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Group Counselor position at Monroe Residential Treatment Facility. The role involves contributing to the overall well-being of clients by serving as a positive role model, providing guidance and encouragement aligned with therapeutic goals, and facilitating therapeutic groups. The counselor will also communicate client progress with the treatment team, maintain confidentiality, participate in mealtimes, ensure a clean and organized treatment environment, and attend required trainings. Other duties may be assigned to support program goals and client care.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in psychology, social work, education, or a related field.
One year experience with behavioral health.
Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's license with a clear driving record for three (3) years.

Nice To Haves

Experience with eating disorder setting or group home preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating appropriate dress, grooming, communication, and professional behavior in a warm and supportive manner.
Provide consistent, day-to-day guidance and encouragement in alignment with therapeutic goals to support the implementation of each client's treatment plan.
Facilitate and actively engage clients in therapeutic groups focused on coping skills, relapse prevention, DBT, education, and life skills development.
Communicate relevant observations and client progress with the treatment team to support coordinated, client-centered care.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client information and program-related matters.
Participate in mealtimes with clients to model healthy dietary behaviors and support a positive eating environment.
Ensure the treatment environment remains welcoming, clean, and organized at all times.
Attend all required trainings, educational sessions, and staff development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of program goals and client care.