Counselor

Duties And Responsibilities

• Counsel patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths.
• Aid patients in preparing for and adjusting to a drug-free life.
• Support patients emotionally and physically through various challenges.
• Conduct regular alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions and group sessions.
• Orient patients to treatment program operations and procedures.
• Collect and assess social, educational, economic, and vocational information.
• Develop and revise patient treatment plans, maintaining 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 hold a basic understanding of addiction.
• Conduct intake/readmission services and provide supportive follow-up counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention and inter-agency documentation.
• Cookordination care with community providers as needed.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and training programs.
• Schedule and attend regular in-service training.
• Perform OBOT services and report any work-related issues immediately.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements.
• Adhere to accrediting agency standards.
• Participate in community and public relations activities as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Minimum Requirements

• As per the requirements for your state, individuals with human service related (Masters or Bachelors) degrees and current counseling credentials should apply.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred, not required.
• The ideal candidate will embody the following characteristics and possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below:
• Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to deal appropriately with patient and team members in stressful or other undesirable situations and to seek direction from supervisors when necessary.
• Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions.
• To demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug dependent patients.
• To have knowledge of the substance abuse population, treatment planning and the field of human social services to work toward the rehabilitation of the patient community.
• To comply with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.

Why Join BHG?

• Quarterly Bonuses
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs.
• Flexible Schedules: Benefit from early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
• Investment in Your Growth: Prioritize your development with role-based training and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Competitive 401K Match.
• Recognition and Rewards: Experience competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Employee Perks: Access exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options, and benefit from our Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.

About the Role

• BHG is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.