Quad/Graphics
Behavioral Health Counselor
Quad/Graphics, Sussex, Wisconsin, United States, 53089
General PurposeQuadMed is seeking a
Behavioral Health Counselor
to support our patient population in
West Allis and Sussex, WI
serving Quad employees and their families.As the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor, this role provides services to our clients individually as well as in group settings. Evaluates and performs appropriate treatment for clients within the scope of practice with emphasis on quality care and effective delivery of care. This position will promote and develop a Behavioral Health/EAP/AODA client caseload in our health and wellness centers and Plant locations. Regular travel between locations is required.This position is a full-time position, 40 hours/week, working 3 days at our West Allis clinic and 2 days at the Sussex clinic. No weekends or holidays!Key ResponsibilitiesCounsels clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changesCompletes and maintains accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required informationDevelops client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client historiesConducts/facilitates chemical dependency program group sessionsParticipates in case conferences or staff meetingsCoordinates counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workersReviews and evaluates clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plansInterviews clients, review records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific programPlans or implements follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programsAssesses individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samplesAssesses the level of the mental health issue and assess potential need for medicationIntervenes as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situationsModifies treatment plans to comply with changes in client statusProvides clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessaryCoordinates activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agenciesCounsels family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patientsSupervises or directs other workers providing services to clients or patients. Train or supervise student interns or new staff membersActs as liaisons between clients and medical staffFollows progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatmentsMaintains strict confidentiality of PHI and adheres to HIPAA regulationsBe available for Crisis Intervention/Management for individuals, departments, managers and plantsWorks as a consultant for Managers that are calling about difficult employee situationsPresents relevant educational material for Quad employees to assist with their professional/personal growthJOB REQUIREMENTSEducation:Graduate from an accredited university or college with a master's degree in counseling, Psychology or Clinical Social WorkExperience:Minimum of two (2) years' experience providing short-term counseling to individuals and their families in both Mental Health and AODAEMR experience preferredCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:Licensed for AODA practice through the Department of Regulation and Licensing within state of practice or have an AODA specialization within their master's degreeCurrent CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hireKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong ability to listen, communicate both written and verbally, be socially perceptive, think critically is a requirement for this roleIntermediate computer skills utilizing MS OfficeProven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion
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Behavioral Health Counselor
to support our patient population in
West Allis and Sussex, WI
serving Quad employees and their families.As the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor, this role provides services to our clients individually as well as in group settings. Evaluates and performs appropriate treatment for clients within the scope of practice with emphasis on quality care and effective delivery of care. This position will promote and develop a Behavioral Health/EAP/AODA client caseload in our health and wellness centers and Plant locations. Regular travel between locations is required.This position is a full-time position, 40 hours/week, working 3 days at our West Allis clinic and 2 days at the Sussex clinic. No weekends or holidays!Key ResponsibilitiesCounsels clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changesCompletes and maintains accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required informationDevelops client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client historiesConducts/facilitates chemical dependency program group sessionsParticipates in case conferences or staff meetingsCoordinates counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workersReviews and evaluates clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plansInterviews clients, review records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific programPlans or implements follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programsAssesses individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samplesAssesses the level of the mental health issue and assess potential need for medicationIntervenes as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situationsModifies treatment plans to comply with changes in client statusProvides clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessaryCoordinates activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agenciesCounsels family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patientsSupervises or directs other workers providing services to clients or patients. Train or supervise student interns or new staff membersActs as liaisons between clients and medical staffFollows progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatmentsMaintains strict confidentiality of PHI and adheres to HIPAA regulationsBe available for Crisis Intervention/Management for individuals, departments, managers and plantsWorks as a consultant for Managers that are calling about difficult employee situationsPresents relevant educational material for Quad employees to assist with their professional/personal growthJOB REQUIREMENTSEducation:Graduate from an accredited university or college with a master's degree in counseling, Psychology or Clinical Social WorkExperience:Minimum of two (2) years' experience providing short-term counseling to individuals and their families in both Mental Health and AODAEMR experience preferredCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:Licensed for AODA practice through the Department of Regulation and Licensing within state of practice or have an AODA specialization within their master's degreeCurrent CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hireKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong ability to listen, communicate both written and verbally, be socially perceptive, think critically is a requirement for this roleIntermediate computer skills utilizing MS OfficeProven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion
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