Group Counselor

TLC•Matthews, NC

8d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Counselor position is a Full-Time role focused on contributing to the overall well-being of clients by serving as a positive role model and providing consistent, day-to-day guidance and encouragement. This role involves facilitating therapeutic groups, communicating with the treatment team, maintaining confidentiality, participating in meal support therapy, ensuring a welcoming treatment environment, and attending required trainings. The position is located in Matthews, NC, and operates on a schedule of 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Must possess a valid and active North Carolina Driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Degree in psychology, social work, education, or a related field is strongly preferred.
One year experience with behavioral health
Experience with eating disorder setting or group home preferred.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the overall well-being of clients by serving 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 meal support therapy (MST) with clients to model 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.