Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• One (1) year of experience in a comparable position is required
• Ability to form and maintain effective, professional, and positive relationships with staff, volunteers, and program participants required
• Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required
• Adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct required
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certification and/or licensure is preferred
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred
• Two (2) or more years working in a behavioral health environment is preferred
• Experience working with individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervises program participants under the direction of the Program Director or designee, reporting unusual changes as they occur
• Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and observation of participants
• Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring program participant, staff, and visitor safety
• Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable
• Assists with the initial assessment and receiving of new program participants
• Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time
• Transports participants to school or medical appointments as required (if authorized)
• Monitors participant whereabouts to be sure they remain on WestCare property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave WestCare property
• Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for program participants, participating where appropriate
• Administer and monitor drug screenings, including urinalysis drug screenings
• Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order
• Ensures participant medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with WestCare procedures
• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation
• Performs any other duties as assigned