Counselor 2

Harboroaks; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA seeks an experienced counselor to provide treatment and support for patients with substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral health issues. responsibilities include individual, group, and family sessions, documentation, and crisis intervention.

The role involves preparing treatment plans, coordinating with referrals, and ensuring quality, patient-focused care, with emphasis on aftercare planning and collaboration with family and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's in social/health services preferred and two+ years of counseling experience.
• Bachelor's degree in another field requires four+ years counseling experience.
• Master's degree in social/health services with one+ year professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group/family sessions, under supervision, and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned groups and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial and follow-up assessments for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and clearly.
• Assist with modifying problem behaviors and provide counseling to families where applicable.
• Act as liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Group counseling

Case management

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Two+ years counseling experience

Bachelor's degree in other field

Four+ years counseling experience

Master's degree in social or health services field

Tools

CPR Certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital is a licensed 104-bed center that specializes in treating adult patients who have been experiencing acute changes in their emotional and mental well-being.

Covington provides inpatient treatment to alleviate distress, provide stability, and improve each patient’s ability to live a productive and satisfying life.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
• Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the needs 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:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years’ experience in counseling field is required;
• OR Bachelor's degree in other field required and;
• Four or more years’ experience in the counseling field;
• OR Master's degree in social or health services field required and one or more years’ professional work experience.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
• 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: Complete or 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.

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