Outpatient Counselor

About the role

Our work is personal, using lived experiences, proven services, and human connections to help people right here in our community. As an Outpatient Counselor you'll be working with patients in the Jones County area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive substance use evaluations for new patients to determine their individual needs and the level of care required.
• Collaborate with community partners to conduct evaluations in person and via telehealth for incarcerated patients.
• Complete engagement activities and partner with Supervisor to ensure patients exiting incarceration are assigned a regular Counselor upon release.
• Lead group counseling sessions for patients; providing education, support, and guidance in a supportive group setting.
• Collaborate with the clinical team on patients individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, outlining specific goals and objectives.
• Maintain timely, accurate and confidential records of patient sessions, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and group attendance records, in compliance with agency policies and regulations.
• Provide urinalysis monitoring on an as needed basis.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates will have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field, and a tCADC or CADC.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, addiction treatment modalities, and group counseling techniques is preferred.

Pay

This role starts at $24.07 with additional compensation for candidates with extensive experience.

Benefits

• Health and Dental
• FSA
• Company paid Life/AD&AD, Short and Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays
• A 403(b) Retirement plan with a match
• A generous Vacation, Personal Time and Sick Leave Plan

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