Behavioral Health Counselor - High Engagement Team

Berks Counseling Center, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

15 days of Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement or Student Loan Assistance

Free Virtual Urgent Care and Mental Health Services

Job summary

A community-focused mental health organization is seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor for its High Engagement Team. This role requires providing integrated treatment that supports both behavioral and physical health for clients. Responsibilities include screening and assessing clients, delivering individual and group counseling, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. Preferred candidates will have a Master’s degree and counseling experience in drug, alcohol, and mental health. The position is based in Reading, Pennsylvania, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related social service field is required.
• Three months direct counseling experience preferred.
• CAC or other PCB Certification required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an active member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team.
• Provide screening, assessment, and evaluation of potential clients.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling.

Skills

Direct counseling experience

Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related social service field

Master’s degree in a related social service field

Job description

Description

Berks Counseling Center is excited to be a team-based organization where every client has an entire team of care. If you enjoy being a team player in a helping profession, we invite you to explore our job opportunities.

Berks Counseling Center is a recovery-oriented behavioral health, physical health, and supportive services organization providing a holistic approach to a culturally and economically diverse population for the purpose of achieving a healthy and productive lifestyle.

Summary of job

As a Behavioral Health Counselor- (High Engagement Team) You will be responsible for providing integrated treatment supporting the needs of both behavioral and physical health care to clients admitted to Berks Counseling Center. This would include clinical treatment modalities and supporting documentation. This position is community based, when clinically necessary.

You will…

• Serve as an active member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team.
• Provide screening, assessment, and evaluation of potential clients.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling.
• Effectively assess client treatment needs and develop a comprehensive individualized integrated treatment plan.
• Utilize collaborative documentation to complete clinical documentation that meets compliance standards, medical necessity

Requirements

To qualify for the position, you will need…

• Bachelor’s degree in a related social service field.
• At least three (3) months direct counseling and substance abuse counseling experience (or relevant internship) preferred
• Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency hours of operation, which are 8am-8pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-4pm Friday with Saturday hours, when applicable.
• CAC or other PCB Certification required within one year of employment.
• A valid PA Driver’s License and the ability to drive, travel, and provide community-oriented services.

Preferred candidates will …

• Master’s degree in a related social service field.
• LCSW or LPC applicants with counseling experience in drug, alcohol, and mental health preferred.
• Knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed approaches preferred.
• Be Bilingual: English/Spanish

Physical Requirements:

• SEEING: Must be able to see well enough to read reports and use computer.
• COMMUNICATING: Must be able to communicate to clients, vendors, and coworkers.
• MOBILITY: Must have mobility to move about the agency.
• LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• OTHER: Must be able to write, type, and use technology.

By joining BCC full time, you can receive the following perks:

• Salary comparable to experience/education
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Free Virtual Urgent Care (Telemedicine) and Virtual Mental Health Services for you and your family
• Additional voluntary insurance options
• 403(b) with agency match after 12 months of service
• 15 days of Paid time off
• 2 floating holidays per calendar year
• 2 wellness days per calendar year
• 10 full paid holidays per calendar year
• Free parking
• Tuition Reimbursement or Student Loan Assistance
• Paid Licenses and Certifications, if they are relevant to BCC and the work you do
• Free supervision for licensure and certifications

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following

• Receipt of results of a satisfactory drug and alcohol screening test.
• Receipt of the originals of the following background checks: PA State Police Criminal History, PA State Child Abuse, and DPW FBI Criminal History. These clearances must be valid within the 60 months prior to employment. A conviction is not a bar to employment; however, a review will be conducted to make a determination of employment should a conviction be present.
• Receipt of original documentation and verification of relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates, or licensure.
• Confirmation that you are not on the OIG Federal Healthcare Program Exclusion from Participation list. Should you appear on this list, Berks Counseling Center is prohibited from employing you.
• This position may require you to operate BCC’s company car or transport clients, so you must provide a 10-Year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and a valid Driver’s License