On-Site Counselor/Coach-Chicago

Description

The dedicated consultant is primarily responsible for supporting participants in improving their emotional well-being through individual consultation and skill building/problem-resolution sessions, as well as occasional structured group sessions and disruptive event management. This is a contracted position, 16 hours per week, on-site.

About the role

• Supports participants in improving their emotional, mental, career, and social well-being through individual consultation and skill building/problem-solving sessions.
• Provides confidential, in-the-moment support and skill-building/problem-solving sessions.
• Collaborates with participants to explore emotional and psychosocial concerns, provide recommendations, and deliver short-term supportive interventions.
• Delivers psychosocial education and identifies additional needs during individual sessions.
• Facilitates occasional onsite seminars and small group discussions to support the emotional, social, career, work engagement, and mental well-being of employees.
• Provides referrals and recommendations tailored to participant's needs.
• Maintains accurate, current, and complete documentation in Revive’s customized database.
• Contributes towards a culture of well-being by advancing ideas, suggestions, and content to support employee well-being.
• Serves as an extension of and representative of Revive in supporting the customer’s objectives and program goals, as well as Revive’s objectives and goals as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Masters degree preferred in a behavioral health field.
• Holds and maintains an independent clinical license in Illinois.
• At least two (2) years of experience in the fields of alcoholism and substance use disorders (SUD) and crisis management.
• Previous EAP experience working in a business setting and advising supervisors, managers, and HR/OFFICE OF WELLBEING administrators in dealing with employees experiencing problems; CEAP preferred.
• Minimum ten (10) years in practice and consultative services.
• Experienced and proficient in facilitating group discussions and trainings of up to 100 participants.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and secure electronic case documentation.
• Ability to host and manage virtual meetings/sessions using Zoom or similar platforms.

Placement Requirements

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong administrative skillset and daily documentation of completed sessions, client notes, and time spent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others and autonomously.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Attention to detail and good time management skills.
• Follows through on commitments, delivers on promises, and meets deadlines.