Counselor

About the role

Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Counselor in the Springfield Center program at Behavioral Health Network! Your experience, knowledge, and great skills will support the Springfield Center program with the following:

Responsibilities

• Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of the individuals served through direct and indirect services.
• Documenting individual comprehensive assessments and developing & implementing treatment plans.
• Overseeing & providing guidance and direct counseling, including facilitating diverse psycho-educational groups for the individuals served.
• Overseeing activities and services provided to ensure compliance and provide the best recovery-based environment possible.
• Working as a collaborative team with other program staff with the goal of delivering high quality sound clinical treatment.
• Completing documentation and forms regarding individuals and their care in a timely fashion.
• Navigating and following through with licensing, funding, safety, and maintenance concerns.
• Providing transportation, crisis intervention, and emergency services, when needed.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required).
• One to two years of experience in human services (required).
• At least one year of experience working in substance treatment environment (required).
• LADCI or LADCII or equivalent (preferred).
• Familiarity with Internet, word processing, and email systems.
• Working knowledge of DPH Bureau of Substance Addiction Services regulations.
• Valid Driver’s License (required).
• Vehicle for use during all working hours should be registered and inspected in accordance with 540 CMR 4.00 (required).

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package and time off benefits, including:

• Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration for individuals served.
• The opportunity to change a person’s life.
• The chance to expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health.
• The possibility to grow within the agency.
• A fast-paced environment that won’t bore you.
• An agency that does amazing things for others.

Pay

$22.50/hr

Schedule

• FT 40, Tuesday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, 9:00am-5:30pm, or 10:00am-6:30pm;
• Saturday, 12:00pm-8:30pm;

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on “Browse All Jobs” to apply!