Counselor V

Counselor V | Mountain Laurel Recovery Center | Westfield, PennsylvaniaAbout the Job:The Counselor V (Lead) provides treatment and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. The role assists with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of clients.Roles and Responsibilities:Participates in client treatment planning and continuum of care.Conducts group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.Co-facilitates assigned group or family sessions and assists with modifying problem behaviors.Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow-up assessments for clients.Prepares individual treatment plans for each assigned client.Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.Provides crisis intervention to clients, as needed.Plans for aftercare for assigned clients.Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.Evaluates the needs of the client and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.Conducts educational workshops both within the Facility and in the community as required.Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.Conducts ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the Facility treatment programs.Assists in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance.Coordinates the activities of other clinical and direct client care staff, providing direction and clinical guidance.Acts as LEAD for the program/unit.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in social or health services field, with 8+ years of experience in the counseling field;OR Bachelor's degree in another field with 10+ years in the counseling field;OR Master's degree in social or health services field, with 6+ years of professional work experience.Degree must be from an accredited college or university.Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.CPR and de-escalation certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).First aid may be required based on state or facility.Why Mountain Laurel Recovery Center?Mountain Laurel Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Mountain Laurel Recovery Center is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.

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