Assessment Counselor

Brandywine-Counseling-and-Community-Service; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, dental, and vision

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with company match

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

No weekends

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. is seeking an Assessment Counselor for our Probation and Parole program. The role will conduct TCU Assessments and mental health evaluations, facilitate groups, and coordinate referrals to treatment using evidence-based practices.

The position emphasizes timely communication with Probation Officers, training in TMEC, and opportunities for advancement within a supportive organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or related field.
• 2 years of experience in Substance Abuse/Addiction and/or Mental Health.
• Must be eligible for DOC clearance.
• Valid Driver's License with 2 points or less.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TCU Assessments and Mental Health evaluations.
• Facilitate TCU groups.
• Provide progress updates and referrals to treatment.
• Train in using TCU-IBR assessment instruments.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Mental health knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in behavioral science

Tools

TCU-IBR tools

Job description

Description

Brandywine Counseling and Community Services and seeking an Assessment Counselor for our Probation and Parole program!

Substance Use Disorder Assessment Counselor

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) is a welcoming and innovative organization that contributes to stronger communities and enhancing quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Treatment, Early Intervention, and Prevention services. With integrity, we promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental health, substance use, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.

The Assessor's primary responsibilities include:

• Conduct TCU Assessments and Mental Health evaluations.
• Facilitate TCU groups.
• Provide progress updates and provide referrals to treatment.
• Will be trained in utilizing the evidence-based screening and assessment instruments developed by the TCU Institute of Behavioral Research (TCU-IBR).
• Will utilize the following evidenced based practices: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Is responsible for making appropriate recommendations and referrals to one of three paths.
• Is responsible for communicating assessment recommendation with probationers’ Probation Officers within five (5) business days.
• Will receive training in TMEC and utilized the practice in its P&P group-based education and treatment course.

Requirements

Qualifications

• REQUIRED: Bachelors in behavioral science or related field
• REQUIRED: 2 years' experience in Substance Abuse/Addiction and/or Mental Health
• REQUIRED: Must be eligible for DOC clearance
• REQUIRED: Valid Driver's License w/ 2 Points or Less

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pay:

• From $21/hour
• Commensurate with experience, education, and certification

The compensation package for this position includes:

• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs
• 34 paid days off annually
• Tuition reimbursement
• A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%!
• Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• No weekends!
• Opportunity for advancement