Counselor 1 White Deer Run - York

Acadia Healthcare; York (York County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

White Deer Run PHP - York seeks a qualified Counselor to join our team in York, PA. Provide counseling and support to help patients recover from substance use and behavioral health disorders while promoting long-term recovery and wellness.

The role includes group/family sessions, assessments, treatment plan development, and collaboration with referral sources. Strong communication and compassionate care are essential for patient safety and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's in social or health services field.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or practicum required.
• Licensure or certification in counseling as required by the state; CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions under supervision and document outcomes.
• 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 timely, clear documentation of patient care and incidents.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients and liaise with insurance carriers.
• Provide case management to ensure individualized quality care.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine referrals to other programs or facilities.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude; address complaints promptly.

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Job description

Overview

White Deer Run PHP - York, located at 257 East Market Street in York, PA, is seeking a qualified Counselor to join our dedicated team! If you're passionate about helping individuals navigate recovery and make meaningful changes in their lives.

Purpose Statement: Provide counseling, treatment, and support services to help patients recover from substance use and other behavioral health disorders while promoting long-term recovery, wellness, and improved quality of life.

Responsibilities

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:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field .


• 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.

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