Counselor

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc; Pocahontas (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Discounts on services nationwide

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc is seeking a Counselor for its Fentanyl Response Program in Pocahontas, VA. This role focuses on providing substance use disorder treatment to the incarcerated population. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, facilitating groups, and providing counseling. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field and obtain state certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor within two years. The position offers a competitive pay rate and various benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field is required.
• State certification as a CSAC in Virginia or similar recognized certification within two years.
• Experience in a correctional or secure environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and individual treatment plans.
• Facilitate psycho-educational and process groups as defined by the curriculum.
• Provide individual counseling and document each session.
• Maintain clinical records according to standards.
• Serve as a role model for program participants and address concerns.

Skills

Substance Abuse Counseling

Conducting assessments

Group facilitation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Offering a $3,000 bonus!

Location: Pocahontas, VA. Fentanyl Response Program. This program is a mandatory SUD treatment program that serves the incarcerated population across Virginia. It provides structure, peer support, substance use disorder treatment and education to the population in order to change lives and promote long lasting public safety.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm with a 1-hour unpaid meal break.

Pay rate: $26.44/hr. ($55,000 annually). Candidates with a CSAC, CADC, or equivalent certification/license are eligible for $28.85/hr. ($60,000 annually).

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances
• Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options
• 401k with company match up to 7%
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide

The Counselor is responsible for:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and individual treatment plans within established timeframes.
• Facilitating psycho-educational and process groups as defined by the curriculum.
• Providing individual counseling according to timeframes established per program and documenting each session according to policies and procedures.
• Maintaining clinical records in accordance with contractual and Spectrum standards.
• Serving as a role model/mentor for program participants while maintaining professional boundaries and addressing participant issues, concerns, and inappropriate behaviors promptly and in accordance with Spectrum's clinical design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field is required.
• *State certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in the state of Virginia or similar certification/license recognized by the Virginia Board of Professional Counselors is required within two (2) years of signing job description.
• Experience working within a correctional or secure environment is a plus.