Behavioral Health Counselor — Flexible Hours & Growth

Behavioral Health Group - BHG; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with discretionary match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) seeks a Counselor in Bowling Green, KY to assist patients in identifying strengths and achieving social, educational, and occupational goals. You will support patients in preparing for a drug-free life, providing emotional and physical support, and ensuring adherence to program policies and regulatory requirements.

Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you will conduct counseling sessions, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the related Human Services field.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred, not required.
• Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Ability to deal appropriately with patient and team members in stressful situations and seek direction from supervisors when necessary.
• Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions.
• Knowledge of the substance use treatment field and rehab concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions and group sessions as required.
• Orient patients to treatment program operations and procedures.
• Collect and assess social, educational, economic, and vocational information.
• Develop and revise patient treatment plans, maintaining comprehensive records.
• Make appropriate referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
• Assist in implementing new programs and advise on caseload management.
• Provide crisis intervention and inter-agency documentation.
• Coordinate care with community providers as needed.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and training programs.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Job description

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) seeks a Counselor in Bowling Green, KY to assist patients in identifying strengths and achieving social, educational, and occupational goals. You will support patients in preparing for a drug-free life, providing emotional and physical support, and ensuring adherence to program policies and regulatory requirements.

Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you will conduct counseling sessions, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a