Counselor

Duties And Responsibilities

• Counsel patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths.
• Prepare and adjust patients for a drug-free life, offering emotional and physical support.
• Ensure adherence to schedules, program policies, and regulatory requirements.
• 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.
• Implement new programs and advise on caseload management.
• Provide in-service training to staff and demonstrate a basic understanding of addiction.
• Conduct intake/readmission services and provide supportive follow-up counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention and complete inter-agency documentation.
• Carefully coordinate 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.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a related Human Services field.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions.
• Must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug-dependent patients.
• Must 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.
• Must comply with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.

Why Join BHG?

• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs; flexible schedules with early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
• Investment in Your Growth: Role-based training and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, life, vision, and dental insurance; tuition reimbursement and competitive 401K match.
• Recognition and Rewards: Competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Employee Perks: Exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options; Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.

About the Role

The Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and the leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. We are dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use disorders. With over 110 locations in 22 states, our team of more than 1,900 employees serves over 42,000 patients.