Out-Patient Counselor GB

About the role

An Outpatient Counselor provides direct care of clients under the supervision of the Center's Director and is responsible for all aspects of a client's treatment and care.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy sessions to clients
• Assess and document client progress and needs
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology or mental health field, minimum
• Masters degree in counseling, social work, behavioral medicine preferred
• Two years experience in an addiction treatment setting preferred
• Licensed in addiction counseling, counseling, social work

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills
• Effective in working with a team
• Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal communication
• Familiar with federal and state regulations relating to field of employment, as well as JCAHO requirements
• Basic computer skills including but not limited to: Microsoft office, Outlook and the aptitude to navigate electronic medical records effectively
• Basic office equipment skills including but not limited to: photocopiers, scanners, fax machines, telephone system, shred boxes, calculators, computers, printers and keyboards

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Extensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Will preparation and Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program