Counselor In Training

About the role

To provide substance abuse and other services as outlined by the program description.

Responsibilities

• Screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, report and record keeping, consultation and clinical supervision; in accordance with the 12 core functions of counseling
• Providing alcohol and substance abuse counseling in individual and group formats
• Facilitate required Cognitive Behavioral Workshops and classes
• Develop a comprehensive plan of care that meets the needs of the client
• Provide the client with information on community services and agency services which will address their needs and make the appropriate referrals on behalf of the client
• Educate clients on all areas related to program participation including rights and responsibilities and appeal rights
• Utilize case management skills, such as brokering, advocacy, monitoring and discharge planning to link clients and their families to resources and services
• Work closely with clients to develop and revise care plans that are client focused and meet client needs
• Schedule and/or participates in Case Conference with clients/caregivers, service care planning and negotiating agreements
• Provide discharge planning to dis-enrolled clients to ensure client's needs are met
• Maintain client physical file with required forms as per policy
• Ensure all services are supported by care plan, and case note documentation
• Ensuring that all court stipulations are met by each client assigned to the caseload
• Ensure that the duties of this position are performed in accordance with contract, licensure, and corporate standards
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications

• Counselors must be enrolled in an approved or accredited program; working towards credentialing

Skills

• Good organizational skills
• Computer skills including the Windows operating systems, MS Word, and Excel

Abilities

• Ability to follow course curriculum, facilitate groups and/or workshops
• Learn, analyze and interpret understand and follow contract rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Participate as an effective member of a program team
• Express ideas orally and in writing, clearly, completely and concisely
• Establish and maintain productive working relationships at all levels