Counselor (Hybrid)
Behavioral Health Group - BHG · Staunton, VA · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$25–$27/hrFull-time
Schedule
Monday – Friday 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM; rotating Saturday shift.
Pay
$25‑$27 per hour, plus bonus structure. Pay varies based on experience and credentials.
Benefits
- Work‑life balance with flexible, predictable schedules (early‑in/early‑out, no nights, no Sundays)
- Generous paid time off and holidays off
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life insurance and disability protection
- Competitive discretionary 401(k) match
- Quarterly bonus potential and incentives for certifications or licenses
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and self‑care/wellness services
- Exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options
- Role‑based training, clinical supervision hours, certification support, and tuition reimbursement
- Career advancement pathways with a leveling program
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling for people recovering from drug and alcohol disorders, building trusting relationships.
- Welcome new and returning patients, guiding them through intake and orientation.
- Connect patients with community resources and assist them in accessing needed support.
- Follow up on referrals and perform necessary follow‑ups.
- Foster an inclusive environment where every patient is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements.
- Develop, update, and maintain individualized treatment plans and accurate patient records.
- Collect and assess information about each patient’s social, educational, economic, and vocational needs.
- Respond to crisis situations with compassion while completing required documentation.
Requirements
- LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSATP, CSAC‑S, CSAC, resident in counseling, or supervisee in social work required.
Qualifications
- Must meet state‑level licensing requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) required.
- Preferred: experience in behavioral health.
- Ability to make decisions and use sound judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and seek supervision when needed.
- Demonstrated knowledge of human behavior, substance‑abuse population, treatment planning, and human social services.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Fast‑paced clinical environment with periods of increased activity.
- Exposure to patients with substance use disorders, mental health conditions, infectious diseases, and criminal‑justice involvement.
- Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping; alternating between sitting and standing.
- Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens; use of appropriate PPE when required.
- Frequent keyboarding and computer use.