Jobs · OTHR · Virginia

Behavioral Health Counselor/Therapist

BrightView · Newport News, VA · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

Eligible for a $3,000 sign‑on bonus. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Counselor to join our treatment team, providing compassionate care and contributing to the development of therapeutic programs for individuals in recovery.

About the Role

The Counselor will work in a dynamic counseling environment, delivering group therapy, conducting patient intake assessments, and supporting the multidisciplinary team to ensure high‑quality, compliant care for BrightView’s patients.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic needs and best‑practice guidelines.
  • Provide crisis and de‑escalation techniques.
  • Assist with treatment planning and review progress toward treatment plan goals.
  • Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team.
  • Attend required meetings, including on‑site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
  • Timely and comprehensively document all treatment data in the electronic patient health record.
  • Follow all regulatory and company compliance requirements.

Requirements

  • Required: 1+ year of experience in a relevant field; Preferred: 2+ years of experience.
  • Required: Bachelor’s degree consistent with state‑level regulation and requirements.
  • Required: Active entry‑level clinical certification or licensure consistent with state‑level regulatory requirements (e.g., CSAC‑S).

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highly empathetic and compassionate to support patients’ recovery journeys.
  • Team‑player able to collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
  • Adaptable and agile within a dynamic work setting.
  • Technologically capable; comfortable using multiple systems for communication and documentation.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, etc.) preferred.
  • Embraces BrightView’s culture of compliance and operates with a high degree of integrity.
  • Prior experience with harm reduction is a plus.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) – immediately vested.
  • 401(k) program with employer match.
  • Company‑sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
  • Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and accident insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement after one year in a related field.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Eligibility for a $3,000 sign‑on bonus.

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