Assessment Counselor

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc.; Georgetown, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO 34 days

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

PSLF eligible

No weekends

Career advancement

Job summary

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. is seeking an Assessment Counselor for our Probation and Parole program to conduct comprehensive assessments and support clients on their recovery journey.

The position emphasizes evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with duties including group facilitation, progress updates, and referrals to treatment, all while coordinating with Probation Officers and receiving TMEC/P&P group education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in behavioral science or related field is required.
• 2 years' experience in Substance Abuse/Addiction and/or Mental Health required.
• Must be eligible for DOC clearance and have a 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.
• Will be trained in TCUIBR instruments and utilize EI evidence-based practices.

Skills

Substance Abuse/Mental Health exp

DOC clearance eligibility

Driver's license (2 points or less)

Education

Bachelor's in behavioral science or related field

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 annuallyTuition 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