Counselor 1

Acadia Healthcare; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in the United States is seeking swing and night shift counselors to provide treatment and support for patients recovering from substance use, eating disorders or related behavioral issues. The role emphasizes group and family sessions, assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor’s in social or health services preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's in social/health services preferred.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or practicum required.
• Licensure or certification as required by state within processing timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions under supervision and document as required.
• Co-facilitate sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May perform initial and follow-up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and clearly.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers; patient safety is a top priority.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Group counseling

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Tools

CPR certification

First aid certification

De-escalation training

Job description

SIGN ON BONUS! WE NEED SWING SHIFT AND NIGHT SHIFT (NOC) COUNSELORS

Purpose Statement

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

Pay Range: $25 - $26 per hour - Plus shift differential

Essential Functions

• Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need 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

• Must be able to pass a MVR/DMV clearance for driving
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor\'s degree in social or health services field preferred.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
• 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

• Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.