IOP Group Counselor (CADC-I, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, LCSW)

BHG Careers•Tifton, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is seeking a Bachelor's or Master's level IOP Group Counselor with a relevant certification or license (GCADC-I, CADC-I, CPS-AD, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, or LMFT). This role involves assisting patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals, preparing them for a drug-free life by providing emotional and physical support. The counselor will report to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, ensuring adherence to schedules, program policies, and regulatory requirements within the scope of their license or certification. BHG is a leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services with a large network of accredited treatment centers.

Requirements

Bachelors or Masters level degree required.
GCADC-I, CADC-I, CPS-AD, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or LMFT required.
High integrity.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Sound judgment.
Efficient.
Self-starter.
Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and under pressure handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
Ability to deal appropriately with patient and team members in stressful or other challenging situations and to seek direction from supervisors when necessary.
Must be able to react quickly.
Ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug dependent patients.
Must have sufficient knowledge of the substance abuse population, treatment planning and the field of human social services to work toward the rehabilitation of the patient.
Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes.
Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.
Keyboarding for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Experience with outreach activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary ambassador for the IOP program, representing its mission and values internally and externally.
Collaborate with clinical teams, case managers, and support staff to ensure smooth program operations.
Engage with referral partners, community organizations, and healthcare providers to build awareness of the program.
Contribute to the development and growth of the IOP program, including assisting with new processes, program design, and implementation.
Assist with outreach activities, including building and maintaining relationships with referral sources.
Provide input and feedback to leadership on strategies for increasing program visibility and effectiveness.
Uphold professionalism and act as a positive representative of the program in community and professional settings.
Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location.
Ability to complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
Inspire hope that addiction is not a moral failing but a mental disease that can be overcome.
Conduct BHG admissions using ASAM criteria to determine appropriate level of care assignment into the IOP program (ASAM Level 2.1).
Review all program Admission and Periodic assessments to ensure that patients who meet criteria for ASAM 2.1 level of care are offered and/or referred to the IOP program.
Meet with all prospective IOP patients to explain program involvement and requirements using motivational enhancement strategies.
Develop clinical documentation (i.e., assessments, treatment plans) for all IOP clients that meet regulatory and billing medical necessity and prior authorization requirements.
Communicate effectively with billing and RCM teams regarding IOP patient program attendance.
Provide evidence-based counseling, TCM and empowering crisis support services to IOP patients.
Deliver IOP program curriculum consisting of the Matrix Model, Seeking Safety, and CBT sessions a minimum of 3 hours per day 4 days per week.
Conduct supportive individual counseling sessions for all enrolled IOP patients.
Work with program teams to ensure patient full engagement in the IOP program and to conduct patient outreach efforts.
Develop additional clinical program interventions that meet the needs of specific IOP patients (e.g., parenting individuals).
Enliven compassionate care and empower patients to realize their best level of functioning in the community.
Employ an individualized and multidisciplinary approach to care with all medical staff, supporting the “shared” patient with hope, respect and care.
Help patients identify and seek treatment for underlying mental and physical health conditions that perpetuate addictive behavior with a focus on progress and recovery.
Work in close partnership with the recovery care team and clinical supervisor while conducting individual and group counseling sessions as required; make referrals to case management services as appropriate.
Orient patients to the treatment program’s services, operation and procedures.
Provide intake/readmission services, including several weeks of supportive follow-up counseling for new patients until a primary counselor has been assigned.
Ensure patient records are up-to-date, accurate, complete and well-organized to meet state regulatory IOP requirements.
Comply with all regulations to include State and BHG requirements for quality patient care; respect confidentiality and privacy with the utmost reverence.
Responsible for complying with all federal, state and local regulatory agency requirements.
Responsible for complying with all accrediting agencies.
Participate in community and public relations activities as assigned.
Responsible for the achievement of assigned specific annual goals and objectives.
Demonstrates the belief that addiction is a brain disease, not a moral failing.
Demonstrates hope, respect, and caring in all interactions with patients and fellow Team Members.
Establishes and maintains positive relationships in the workplace.
Can work independently and under pressure while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Makes decisions and uses good judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
Deals appropriately with others in stressful or other undesirable situations.
Participate in and provide in-service trainings as required by federal, state, local, and accrediting agencies.
Attend conferences, meetings and training programs as directed.
Participate in and/or schedule and attend regular in-service trainings.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.