Substance Abuse Counselor - LPCC, LPC, LSW, LMFT, LCSW

BHG Careers • Westminster, CO

12d

About The Position

As a Counselor at Behavioral Health Group (BHG), you will assist patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals. You will help patients prepare for and adjust to a drug-free life, providing emotional and physical support for various challenges. Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you will ensure adherence to schedules, program policies, and regulatory requirements, performing duties within the scope of your license or certification.

The position offers early schedules of 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Compensation is $32.00–$41.00 per hour, dependent on licensure and education, with quarterly performance bonus opportunities. Supervision may be provided at no cost upon approval.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Must hold an active Colorado license or credential from one of the following: ADDC, LPCC, MFTC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.
• Individuals with human-service-related master’s or bachelor’s degrees and current counseling credentials should apply, consistent with state requirements.
• Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to deal appropriately with patients and team members in stressful or undesirable situations and seek direction from supervisors when necessary.
• Ability to react quickly and make effective decisions.
• Sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug-dependent patients.
• Knowledge of the substance-abuse population, treatment planning, and human social services to work toward rehabilitation of the patient community.
• Comply with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral health is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions and group sessions as required.
• Orient patients to treatment program operations and procedures.
• Collect and assess social, educational, economic, and vocational information.
• Develop and revise patient treatment plans and maintain comprehensive records.
• Make appropriate referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
• Assist in implementing new programs and advise on caseload management.
• Provide in-service training to staff and maintain a basic understanding of addiction.
• Conduct intake and readmission services and provide supportive follow-up counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention and inter-agency documentation.
• Coordinate care with community providers as needed.
• Participate in and provide in-service training required by federal, state, local, and accrediting agencies.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and training programs; schedule and attend regular in-service training.
• Perform OBOT services and report work-related issues immediately.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements and accrediting agency standards.
• Participate in community and public relations activities as assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisory team.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs time.
• Flexible schedules with early-in/early-out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
• Role-based training and advancement opportunities.
• Choice of three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401K plan with discretionary match.
• Quarterly bonuses and incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Employee discounts on services and entertainment.
• Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time