Counselor 2

Acadia Healthcare; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare seeks a qualified clinician to provide individual and group counseling to patients with substance use and behavioral health needs. You will develop treatment plans, document care, and participate in crisis intervention as needed.

Position requires strong communication with families, referrals, and insurance liaisons, ensuring safe and effective discharge planning. A solid background in social/health services is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services or related field required or preferred.
• Master's degree in social or health services preferred with relevant clinical experience.
• Two or more years’ experience in counseling field required; four+ years may be required depending on criteria.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions.
• Prepare treatment plans and document patient care timely and clearly.
• Assist with crisis intervention and aftercare planning.
• Coordinate with referral sources and insurance carriers as needed.
• Maintain professional and empathetic interactions with patients and families.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Team liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Master's degree in social or health services

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Purpose Statement

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

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.

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

Employment Conditions

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.