Full Time Licensed Counselor

Summit BHC•Lancaster, OH

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Counselor Two provides treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients recovering from addictions such as alcoholism and drug addiction, or from mental health disorders. The role also helps clients modify problem behaviors and may provide counseling services to clients’ families. This is an onsite, individual-contributor position at The Aviary Recovery Center in Kirkwood, Missouri. The schedule is Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m.–7 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and 11:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates are asked to submit a resume. The Aviary Recovery Center is an equal opportunity employer, and veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply.

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 those 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.
First aid may be required depending on the state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct client assessments covering history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need, and risk.
Conduct ongoing assessments of chemical-dependence services required by the treatment program.
Prepare and carry out initial client treatment plans and treatment-plan progress reviews, and document them as required.
Lead assigned group counseling and individual or family sessions; implement and document assigned evidence-supported treatment modalities.
Provide clients and families with education about substance abuse and psychiatric problems.
Complete documentation regarding client care, treatment, and incidents accurately, clearly, and promptly.
Provide crisis intervention and counseling as needed.
Plan and complete required aftercare documentation for assigned clients.
Act as a liaison with insurance carriers when requested and 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.
Serve as a liaison 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.