Licensed Counselor

Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center • Charlotte, NC

7d

About The Position

Provide counseling services for clients with substance use and/or mental health diagnosis according to best practice.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Clinical Social Work, or another field approved by the NCASPPB.
• Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS/LCAS-A) is preferred.
• Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or LCMHC-A, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or LCSW-A preferred.
• Must be licensed & dual license is a significant plus.
• Minimum of two years of counseling experience.
• Valid NC or SC Driver’s License.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Pleasant personality and professional demeanor.
• Strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• A concentration in substance use disorder treatment and mental health treatment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to clients according to state/agency guidelines.
• Inform the individual about benefits, community resources, and services.
• Monitor signs and symptoms of alcohol and other drug intoxication and withdrawal as well as the treatment and monitoring of those conditions.
• Provide crisis interventions, when clinically necessary.
• Ensure linkage to medically necessary services including arranging for psychological and psychiatric evaluations.
• Complete psychosocial assessments and evaluate client behaviors as needed.
• Consult with other disciplinary teams when evaluating client physical/mental health.
• Participate in the development of an individualized person-centered plan and/or service plan, monitor client progress, provide ongoing assessment/reassessment and update/revise as needed.
• Facilitate client admissions and transition/discharges when appropriate.
• Submit authorizations for services when needed.
• Complete client episodes/updates in NC Topps and GPRA’s as needed.
• Manage all aspects of a client case load from date of entry to date of discharge.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, using evidenced based practice, to include psychoeducation groups and family groups.
• Provide education to family members and facilitate family involvement in clients’ recovery/withdrawal management, when needed, with their consent.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in electronic record according to established standards and monitor documentation for compliance with state/agency/federal regulations.
• Complete and submit incident reports when appropriate in accordance to state/agency guidelines.
• Participate in QA and QI activities as assigned. Ensure the timely completion of out of compliance items. Conduct Peer review when assigned.
• Participate in clinical supervision.
• Facilitate training activities for interns from colleges and universities as assigned.
• Administer medications to clients as needed, per providers orders, in absence of or along with nurse (training required).
• Complete UDS screenings as needed.
• Adhere to professional standards as outlined by applicable governing boards, code of ethics, protocols, and rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits from the first day (no waiting period).
• Generous time off policy.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance provided.
• Low monthly premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Education Assistance Program for certifications and continuing education.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Commuter Benefits Program.
• Orthodontic Benefits.
• Competitive 401(k) plan with 7% employer contribution after one year and immediate vesting.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Access to a Market Place with discounts on numerous vendors.
• Extensive library of online training and development courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level