Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree in behavioral sciences, such as social work, counseling, or psychology.
• Registered intern license as a Mental Health Counselor Intern or Social Work Intern; actively working toward independent licensure and/or certification in alcohol and drug abuse.
• Experience working with substance abuse, addictions, mental health, cognitive behavioral treatment, and motivational interviewing.
• Knowledge of electronic health record software and documentation.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria.
• Counseling experience with adults and understanding of psychotropic medications, symptoms, and effects.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret written information; type documentation; present information to groups; and participate in meetings.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record if driving a company vehicle or using a personal vehicle for company business.
• Physical ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods and lift 15 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare field is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide intervention, assessments, treatment planning, triage, and individual and group counseling.
• Initiate and provide family counseling services.
• Provide clinical services to patients on the assigned caseload and assist with other patients as assigned by the clinical manager.
• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and program staff meetings.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner in accordance with contract, licensure, accreditation, service standards, and AAC documentation guidelines.
• Communicate with other departments to support patient care, including advocating and communicating with the Utilization Review department about patient care.
• Provide clinical services to adult outpatient and inpatient populations.
• Follow state department standards, facility accreditation requirements, and AAC policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate dependability and adaptability with patients and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and company information and follow HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines.
• Assist in monitoring and managing the patient community as a therapeutic milieu.

Benefits

• Company matching 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Work/life balance
• Investment in education