Associate Counselor — Mental Health & Substance Use Support

Burrell Behavioral Health; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental

Vision care

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Career growth

Ongoing training

Inclusive culture

Smoke-free workplace

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Saint Charles, MO is seeking an Associate Counselor to support screening, assessment, treatment planning, and counseling for clients with mental health and substance use disorders.

Under supervision of licensed clinicians, you will conduct screenings, develop treatment plans, facilitate group and individual sessions, and document services. The role emphasizes recovery, ethical practice, and collaboration with referral sources.

Qualifications

• Missouri requirements: Associate’s degree or high school diploma/equivalent.
• Must be supervised by a Qualified Addiction Professional.
• Licensure: MADC 1 and 2, CADC, CRADC.
• Adheres to ethical standards and agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in screening and assessment under supervision by licensed/qualified counselors or therapists.
• Collaborate in development of individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Complete all service documentation timely and in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Attend clinical staffing meetings and contribute to treatment planning discussions.
• Facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual counseling.
• Handle crisis situations per agency policies and notify supervisors as needed.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment

Treatment planning

Group counseling

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Client support

Ethics & compliance

Education

Associate’s degree or high school diploma/equivalent

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Saint Charles, MO is seeking an Associate Counselor to support screening, assessment, treatment planning, and counseling for clients with mental health and substance use disorders.

Under supervision of licensed clinicians, you will conduct screenings, develop treatment plans, facilitate group and individual sessions, and document services. The role emphasizes recovery, ethical practice, and collaboration with referral sources.