Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery

Summit BHC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Counselor Two provides treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in recovery from addictions such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health disorders. The role helps clients modify problem behaviors and may provide counseling services to clients’ families. This is an onsite, individual-contributor position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health, or a closely related health services field, plus at least 3 years of post-bachelor’s professional experience in addictions or counseling; OR a master’s degree in one of these fields, plus at least 1 year of post-master’s professional experience in addictions, therapy, or counseling.
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Current and valid state-agency licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist, or addiction counselor.
CPR certification and de-escalation training are required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct client assessments to identify history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need for treatment, and risk.
Conduct ongoing assessments of chemical-dependence services required by the treatment program.
Prepare and carry out initial treatment plans and treatment-plan progress reviews, and document them as required.
Lead assigned group counseling, individual sessions, or family sessions; implement assigned evidence-supported treatment modalities and document services.
Provide client and family education about substance abuse and psychiatric problems.
Complete documentation regarding client care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
Provide crisis intervention and counseling to clients as needed.
Plan and complete required aftercare documentation for assigned clients.
Liaise with insurance carriers as requested.
Liaise between referral sources and clients.
Provide case management to ensure individualized quality care.
Conduct educational workshops within the hospital and in the community as required.
Liaise with self-help groups and EAP professionals.
Evaluate client needs to determine the appropriate level of care and whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.