Counselor

Spero Health, INC.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Health Savings

Vision, Life and Disability insurance

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Wellness Programs

EAP

Discounts via Tickets at Work

Job summary

Spero Health, INC. is seeking a licensed Counselor to join our Lexington, KY team.

This role supports the mission of “Saving Lives, Instilling Hope and Restoring Relationships” by delivering counseling within an integrated care model that includes case management and medically assisted treatment. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a human services field, an active license (CSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPCA, LMFT, LCADC-A, LCADC), and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a human services field (psychology, sociology, social work, family studies, human services, counseling, nursing, or related).
• Minimum 1 year of full‑time employment/internship in a human-services setting OR Master's in behavioral science.
• Licenses: CSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPCA, LMFT, LCADC-A, LCADC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessment and ongoing patient care.
• Provide counseling to patients through evidence-based practice.
• Provide patient education.
• Ensure accountability of treatment program and patient compliance through collaboration.
• Assist patients in creating realistic goals toward recovery from addiction.
• Act as a clinic resource and assure compliance with HIPAA and CFR42 Part 2 regulations.

Skills

Counseling

HIPAA compliance

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Case management

Education

Master's degree in human services field

Job description

Description

Spero Health is seeking a Counselor to join our awesome team in Lexington, KY!

This position is for a licensed counselor or social worker who supports the mission of “Saving Lives, Instilling Hope and Restoring Relationships” in an integrated team with patients receiving counseling, case management and medically assisted treatment. Spero Health believes better outcomes are achieved when you treat the whole person, through integrated care. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone's life, Spero Health is the right place for you!

The Counselor's responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct initial assessment and ongoing patient care.
• Provide counseling to patients through evidenced-based practice.
• Provide patient education.
• Ensure accountability of treatment program and patient compliance through collaboration.
• Assist patients in creating realistic goals toward achieving freedom from addiction.
• Act as a clinic resource and assure compliance with HIPPA and CFR42 Part 2 regulations.

Requirements

LICENSED COUNSELOR/SOCIAL WORKER EDUCATION:

• Education: Minimum, Master's Degree in a human services field (psychology, sociology, social work, family studies, human services, counseling, nursing, or another human service degree program related to working with individuals with substance use disorders.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of full‑time employment/internship working in a human-services setting OR Master's Degree in behavioral science, as defined above.
• License: CSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPCA, LMFT, LCADC-A, LCADC

LICENSED COUNSELOR/SOCIAL WORKER BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Health Savings Account
• Vision, Life and Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement program with company match
• Wellness Programs (Fitness Reimbursement & Smoking Cessation)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts via Tickets at Work

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