Counselor Supervisor (Admin - NV)

Credential/Licensure

CADC or LADC

Compensation

25.49 - 33.00/hr w/ Bonus Structure

Schedule

5am - 12:30pm (M-F)

About the role

The Counselor Supervisor is responsible for assisting patients in identifying, maximizing, and relating their strengths to appropriate social, educational (academic and vocational), and occupational goals. The Counselor Supervisor is also responsible for helping the patients prepare and adjust to a drug free existence, and to offer assistance (emotional and physical) in problematic issues. The Counselor Supervisor is responsible to the Counselor Director or Program Director for provision of services to assigned patients and adherence to schedules, established program policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, local and accrediting agency regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions on a regular basis per state regulation, or as part of the individual treatment plan
• Mental health counseling may be provided based on program and qualifications of clinician
• Provide services according to the required hours, which may vary depending on services
• Conduct group counseling sessions as required
• Orient patients to the treatment program’s operation and procedures
• Collect available social, educational, economic, and vocational information to be used as part of the assessment process
• Implement or revise patient treatment plans with the patient as required by state regulation and record a review of the patient’s progress according to BHG policy
• Develop within (10) days of entry or as required by state guidelines, whichever is more stringent, a formal treatment plan documenting patient goals and update utilizing the same guidelines
• Maintain patient records that are complete, comprehensive and well organized
• Submit records for periodic review as requested by supervisory team
• Document all patient contacts. If other team members provide services to the patient, the assigned counselor is responsible for seeing that such contacts are documented in the patient’s chart
• Aid the Program Director in implementing new programs into patient treatment
• Advise the Program Director of problems encountered with caseload management and schedules
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings prepared to both lead the discussion where appropriate and discuss his/her assigned individual patient caseload
• Provide in-service training to counselors and other treatment center team members as needed
• Maintain a basic understanding of alcohol/drug abuse and addiction. Additionally, stay up to date on current drug abuse and treatment information, especially current trends in Opioid Maintenance Treatment
• Provide intake/readmission services, including several weeks of supportive follow-up counseling for new patients until their assignment to a primary counselor
• Monitor and document follow-up calls/contact to all discharging patients for at least 30 days
• Provide, assist with, and coordinate crisis intervention/support services to patients assigned to other counselors when their primary counselor is unavailable
• Coordinate care with other community providers as needed
• Meet BHG attendance standards and be present and ready for work at the beginning of established work schedule
• Report any work-related injury or illness, or workplace hazards or security issues immediately to supervisor
• Perform OBOT services as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory team

Regulatory

Comply with all federal, state and local regulatory agency requirements

Marketing and Outreach

Participate in community and public relations activities as assigned

Professional Development

Responsible for the achievement of assigned specific goals, objectives, and metrics

Mentor and train counseling team members regarding best practices in counseling and skills necessary to engage patients in treatment

Demonstrate the belief that addiction is a brain disease, not a moral failing

Establish and maintain positive relationships in the workplace

Can work independently and under pressure while handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Make decisions and use good judgment with confidential and sensitive issues

Deal appropriately with others in stressful or other undesirable situations

Training

Participate in and provide in-service training as required by federal, state, local, and accrediting agencies

Attend conferences, meetings and training programs as directed

Minimum Requirements

The Counselor Supervisor must comply with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.

Qualifications

• One of the following qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Master’s degree in a related field may be required with expanded job duties
• If not adequately licensed, the Counselor Supervisor must be enrolled in, or willing to begin, a formal course of study or track toward licensure at the date of hire.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes
• Vision adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc.
• Prolonged sitting, bending, stooping, or stretching
• Variable workload, periodic high stress and activity level
• Standard medical office conditions and environments
• Interactions with patients who may be ill, have infectious diseases, have mental health diagnoses and/or are involved in the criminal justice system
• Keyboarding for long periods of time

Why Join BHG?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs. Benefit from flexible schedules with 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. Enjoy tuition reimbursement and 401K plan with discretionary 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.