Counselor 2

Harboroaks; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks is seeking qualified counselors to provide treatment and support for patients recovering from substance use, eating disorders, or behavioral problems. The role includes individual, group, and family sessions, assessments, and treatment planning under supervision.

The position emphasizes documentation, patient safety, liaison activities with referrals and insurers, and potential crisis intervention.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred; two+ years counseling experience required.
• Master's degree in social or health services field is a plus; licensure or certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, and document as required.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Conduct initial assessments 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 as needed.
• Act as liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
• May plan aftercare for assigned patients.
• May liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
• Provide case management to ensure individualized quality care.
• Evaluate patient needs and referrals to other programs or facilities.

Skills

Counseling experience

Communication skills

Empathy and professionalism

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Master's degree in social or health services field

One or more years’ professional work experience

Tools

Documentation skills

Job description

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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

Responsibilities

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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