Bi-Lingual Substance Use Counselor

Acadia Healthcare; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a qualified counselor to provide individual, group and family counseling for patients with substance use and behavioral health needs. The role involves creating treatment plans, documenting care, and coordinating with referral sources.

A strong emphasis on crisis intervention and aftercare planning is required. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and counseling experience; licensure or state certification may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in social/health services preferred; relevant counseling experience required.
• Two or more years of counseling experience is required; alternative pathways outlined by degree combinations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group or family counseling sessions as scheduled and document as required.
• Prepare treatment plans and document patient care and incidents.
• Act as liaison between referrals and patients; provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Coordinate aftercare planning and possible case management for patients.
• Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate and timely.

Skills

Counseling experience

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Master's degree in social or health services

Job description

Overview

$5,000 Sign On Bonus!

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
• Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years’ experience in counseling field is required;
• OR Bachelor's degree in other field required and;

Four or more years’ experience in the counseling field;

• OR Master's degree in social or health services field required and

one or more years’ professional work experience.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: Complete or ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body

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