Behavioral Health Counselor - Empower Change & Growth

State-of-Georgi; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

Semi-Monthly Leave Accrual

Wellness Program

Insurance Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a PS: Beh Health/Counselor (WL) in Macon to provide counseling and support to individuals under community supervision. You will develop treatment plans, coordinate services, and document progress in case notes.

Travel may be required and certification efforts are supported by the agency. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field or an equivalent addiction counseling credential, with potential credentialing incentives and a structured

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Certification as an addiction counselor (GACA) or equivalent certification.
• Ability to obtain licensure or credentialing as required by the agency.

Responsibilities

• Counsel with emphasis on prevention and behavior modification for individuals under supervision in the criminal justice system.
• Coordinate identified services addressing employment, housing, education, mental health, life skills, and substance use.
• Collect information about individuals under supervision through assessments, interviews, observations, and drug screening.
• Counsel individuals in individual and group sessions to develop coping skills and recover from dependencies.
• Develop and implement treatment plans; maintain confidentiality of records.
• Monitor and record progress according to measurable goals; document case notes and reports.
• Facilitate substance use and cognitive programming; travel and non-traditional hours may be required.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Team Work

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field

Certification as addiction counselor (GACA) or equivalent

Job description

State of Georgia is seeking a PS: Beh Health/Counselor (WL) in Macon to provide counseling and support to individuals under community supervision. You will develop treatment plans, coordinate services, and document progress in case notes.

Travel may be required and certification efforts are supported by the agency. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field or an equivalent addiction counseling credential, with potential credentialing incentives and a structured