Full Time Licensed Counselor- LAC, LPC, LIAC, LISC, LCSW

Summit BHC•Mesa, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Counselor provides treatment, counseling, and support to help clients recover from addictions, including alcoholism and drug addiction, and mental health disorders. The role assists clients in modifying problem behaviors and may provide counseling to clients’ families. At the Director’s direction, the Lead Counselor also provides guidance, training, and support to others in delivering appropriate clinical services. This is an onsite, individual-contributor position at Canyon Vista Recovery Center in Mesa, Arizona.

Requirements

Current, valid state-agency licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist, or addiction counselor; supervisee, temporary, in-training, provisional, or similarly designated status does not qualify.
Master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health, or a closely related health services field from an accredited college or university.
At least 2 years of post-master’s professional experience in addictions, therapy, or counseling.
CPR certification and de-escalation training are required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Licensure status that permits supervision of other entry-level clinicians is preferred.
First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct client assessments covering history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing treatment needs, and risk.
Conduct ongoing assessments of chemical-dependence services required by the treatment program.
Prepare and carry out initial treatment plans and progress reviews for assigned clients, with required documentation.
Lead assigned group counseling, individual counseling, and family sessions; implement and document assigned evidence-supported treatment modalities.
Provide clients and families with education about substance abuse and psychiatric problems.
Complete documentation concerning client care, treatment, and incidents promptly and clearly.
Provide crisis intervention and counseling as needed.
Plan and complete required aftercare documentation for assigned clients.
Liaise with insurance carriers as 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.
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.
May help educate and train staff on therapeutic interventions and train new clinical staff.
May guide other clinical and direct client-care staff by providing direction and clinical recommendations.