Contract Counselor - Houston, TX

Cenikor Foundation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with up to 10% match

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF forgiveness

Job summary

Cenikor Foundation in Houston, TX seeks an experienced counselor to deliver individual and group therapy within an evidence-based treatment program.

You will develop and implement written treatment plans, conduct regular reviews, and document care in the electronic health record while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff to create a safe, supportive environment and transitions for clients through discharge summaries and referrals as needed.

Qualifications

• Possesses strong clinical documentation skills.
• Experience in individual and group counseling in substance abuse.
• Experience identifying resources for client development and counseling.
• Ability to maintain objectivity and manage multiple tasks with deadlines.
• Experience with diverse populations and professional conduct.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and calendar management.
• Complies with Cenikor culture and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans within service days of admission.
• Provide daily interactions and counseling per the treatment plan.
• Conduct weekly reviews of treatment plans and progress.
• Complete discharge summaries within two working days of discharge.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with care standards.
• Collaborate with facility staff to maintain a safe recovery environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Individual and group counseling

Assessment and treatment planning

Diversity & cultural sensitivity

Time management

Professionalism and boundaries

Microsoft Office

Welligent EHR

MS Outlook calendar

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Welligent EHR

MS Outlook

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, up to 10% 401(k) and bonuses – we hire and reward high performers.
• Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD\&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA.
• Student loan forgiveness – the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives qualified student loans when working for a non‑profit for a specific period of time.

Schedule: As needed

Essential Functions

• Work with clients to develop and implement an individualized, written treatment plan within three (3) service days of admission.
• Develop individualized treatment plan based on comprehensive assessment.
• Conduct regularly scheduled treatment plan reviews every week.
• Provide individual and group counseling services to each client as indicated by the therapeutic schedule and treatment plan.
• Responsible for providing daily interactions with all detox clients as appropriate.
• Conduct self as a rational authority and role model.
• Work in conjunction with all facility staff to facilitate a safe environment for client recovery.
• Complete client discharge summary within two (2) working days of discharge from the program.
• Complete required referral reports accurately and submit as needed.
• Monitor length of authorization by reviewing in Welligent and communication with Insurance/Billing and create/update treatment plan accordingly.
• Ensure documentation is complete and accurate and meets the criteria for appropriate level of care according to clinical, funding and billing.
• Ensure documentation in the clinical record is legible and complies with documentation standards.
• Work closely with management team to uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture and create a positive working environment for all team members.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulatory standards as well as Cenikor policies and procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and foundation matters and refer questionable issues to your supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the exempt functions as assigned in this job description.

Qualifications

• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
  • Possesses strong clinical documentation skills.
  • Experienced and/or knowledgeable in providing education and therapeutic counseling for individuals and for groups.
  • Experienced and capable of identifying appropriate resources for client development and providing substance abuse counseling.
  • Capable of discerning facts from opinions and remaining objective when listening to conflicting opinions.
  • Experienced in working with diverse population.
  • Possesses good time management skills needed to meet aggressive deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Patience, perseverance, and resilience in a challenging environment.
  • Presents a professional, positive image.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software required, including MS Outlook calendar.
  • Ability to consistently uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture with all team members:
    • Demonstrate mission of service to our clients.
    • Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients.
    • Demonstrate self‑motivation and perseverance to achieve goals.
    • Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries.
    • Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success.
• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: Two (2) years of substance abuse treatment experience preferred; Experience with electronic health record system preferred.