OSAR Counselor

The Council on Recovery • Houston, TX

7d

About The Position

Summary: Provides services that specifically address mental health and substance use, including screening, assessment, education, brief intervention, individual and group counseling, family counseling, and/or crisis intervention to clients identified with co-occurring disorders.
The candidate will also be responsible for outreach, client engagement, and appropriate referrals to community resources. Candidate will work closely with community partners (e.g., Harris Center of Mental Health and IDD, Harris County Psychiatric Center, Department of Family Protective Services, Harris County Juvenile Justice Services, Felony Mental Health Court, VA Medical Center, Substance Use Disorder Treatment facilities, etc.) to provide input to the development of client service plans and team decisions.
Hours: Approximately 37.5 hours. Flexible with occasional evening and weekend hours required.
Location: Jackson Hill, including community-based services as needed.

Requirements

• LCDC Licensure required; MSW or LPC preferred
• Experience with substance use evaluation, counseling (individual, group, and family), referral, crisis intervention, and case management
• Must have training and experience with motivational interviewing, stages of change, relapse prevention, strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally competent perspectives
• Ability to work with high need clients, including those with co-occurring disorders, complex trauma history, etc.
• Strong client engagement skills
• Clear understanding of DSM V Diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders and familiarity with mental health disorders
• Excellent organization skills and very detail-oriented
• Highly flexible and able to adapt to changing job requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Experience with the following industries preferred: Department of Family Protective Services, Criminal Justice, Mental Health, Physical Health
• Above average computer skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word); CMBHS proficiency preferred
• Personal/reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling/therapeutic services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment (individual, family, and group counseling) for clients experiencing social/behavioral/mental health issues
• Conduct screening, assessment, brief intervention, and referrals to appropriate Council or outside services
• Provide follow-up counseling and case management of client referrals
• Assist with any crisis intervention issues that may arise within The Council and the community, as assigned
• Available to assist with clients who present to The Council for help, regardless of the reason
• Provide assistance and guidance with difficult client situations during after-hours
• Provide consultation and referrals for adult s and child family members as needed and when appropriate
• Provide mental health referrals and/or interim services as appropriate
• Actively participate in clinical case staffing
• Assist with other program and department issues that may arise as requested.
• Meet productivity requirements established by supervisor and agency
• Enter documentation, client, and service data into CMBHS and other designated health record systems in a timely manner
• Submit all required information to the data coordinator as instructed
• Respond to subpoenas received from civil court and provide court testimony as required
• Maintain positive relationships and a consistent level of professionalism with outside agencies and referral sources
• Act as an ambassador for The Council at all times
• Communicate and consult with co-workers/team and outside agencies as needed
• Work with program leadership to ensure program compliance with all HHSC guidelines and procedures
• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops at The Council and outside locations as requested
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time