Jobs · OTHR · Virginia

Behavioral Health Counselor/Therapist

BrightView · Chesapeake, VA · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Counselor to join our treatment team, providing compassionate support to individuals on their recovery journey. The role involves dynamic counseling, addiction therapy expertise, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality care that shapes the future of our therapeutic programs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments in line with clinic needs and best‑practice guidelines.
  • Provide crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques.
  • Assist with treatment planning and monitor 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.
  • Document all treatment data promptly and comprehensively in the electronic patient health record.
  • Maintain adherence to regulatory and company compliance requirements.

Requirements

  • Required: 1+ year of experience in a relevant field; Preferred: 2+ years of experience.
  • Required: Education consistent with state‑level regulation and requirements; Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
  • Active entry‑level clinical certification or licensure meeting 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 within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
  • Adaptable and agile in a dynamic work setting.
  • Technologically capable; comfortable using multiple systems for communication and documentation.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, etc.) preferred.
  • Commitment to BrightView’s culture of compliance and high 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 of service in a related field.
  • Competitive compensation.

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