Senior Counselor-MCIS

Wheeler•Meriden, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Counselor provides direct services, case management, and coordination of care to an assigned caseload of individuals and families. The role helps clients access community supports and resources and facilitates communication and advocacy among families, DCF, schools, probation, and other involved providers. The counselor may also facilitate or co-facilitate groups. Services are provided in office and community settings, including homes, schools, hospitals, institutions, and other locations. The role includes counseling, crisis support, safety planning, treatment planning, care coordination, referrals, documentation, and participation in supervision and team meetings. A flexible schedule and rotating on-call coverage may be required to meet program and client needs. The position is based in Meriden, Connecticut, is full-time, and offers a salary of $48,000 and a $2,500 sign-on bonus, paid half at the start and half after one year of service.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or a related field.
Previous experience working with client populations with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders.
Effective time management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop case management plans or plans of care and provide case management and care coordination tailored to clients and families.
Provide front-line crisis support by phone, in homes, or in the community, and consult with a supervisor as needed.
Use assessment findings and judgment to select and adapt appropriate methods and program procedures for client and family needs.
Provide individual, family, and group counseling under appropriate supervision and coordinate treatment with internal and external providers and family supports.
Maintain counseling, care coordination, team meeting, and case management records and complete client documentation in accordance with timelines and regulatory requirements.
Apply knowledge of psychopathology, crisis theory, behavioral health concerns, and relevant intervention methods such as skill building, safety planning, parenting skills, and high-fidelity wraparound care.
Support program operations and, when appropriate, transport clients to appointments or service linkages.
Provide evaluations, treatment, wraparound team facilitation, follow-up, and case management in office and community settings; maintain a flexible schedule to meet client needs.
Support safety planning and crisis intervention, including rotating on-call coverage with team members when required by the program.
Participate in developing and implementing treatment plans, plans of care, transition plans, and timelines for strategies and next steps.
Identify appropriate levels of care, referral processes, and community resources, and make timely referrals.
Meet direct service productivity goals and follow program and agency standards, outcomes, and data collection and reporting protocols.
Identify risk factors and reduce risks in the home through supervision, reinforcement of safe behaviors, and trauma-informed, relationally based interventions.
Attend and prepare for supervision, team meetings, staff meetings, and rounds; seek consultation as needed and follow supervisory directives.
Communicate effectively with clients, families, and internal and external providers.
Continue developing cultural knowledge and use approaches that reflect understanding of the histories, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served.
Facilitate or co-facilitate groups as appropriate.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on bonus, with half paid at start and half after one year of service.
Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo.
Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna.
Wellness programs supporting physical and mental health.
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
403(b) plan with company contributions.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Training and development opportunities.
15 vacation days per year.
8 sick days per year.
2 personal days per year.
2 floating holidays per year.
9 paid company holidays.
Free and confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).