Counselor - (40 hours/Weekends) - Wareham

Gosnold; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday pay

403b retirement plan

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Gosnold, Inc. seeks a Counselor to perform patient assessments, counseling, and care coordination for individuals with substance use and mental health needs.

The counselor will promote recovery through role modeling and respectful interactions with patients and colleagues. This position starts in Falmouth and will move to Wareham this Fall, offering weekend, 40-hour weeks with pay ranges based on education and licensure.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of one year supervised counseling experience in substance use disorder treatment or closely related field; Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• Skills: Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication; computer literacy and familiarity with technology.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development, implementation, and modification of treatment plans and continuing care plans.
• Complete required documentation per Gosnold policy and regulatory standards.
• Provide individual and group counseling and psycho-educational sessions.
• Coordinate care with other professionals and/or family.
• Adhere to Gosnold ethics and confidentiality policies.
• Engage in continuing education for certification requirements.
• Develop documentation, assessment, case management, and treatment planning skills.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's degree substitute for experience

Job description

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Counselor - (40 hours/Weekends) - Wareham

Counselor Wareham, MA, US

Salary Range: $24.00 To $30.00 Hourly

*$8/hr. Shift Differential for Sat & Sun*

*Posted pay range is variable depending upon education.*

OVERVIEW:

Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery.

SUMMARY:

The Counselor will conduct patient assessments, including level of care appropriateness, risks, and strengths. This role requires demonstrated knowledge of the disease of addiction, twelve-step recovery principles, addiction and/or mental health treatment, and other evidence-based practices in related clinical issues. The Counselor will promote recovery through role-modeling and respectful interactions with patients and colleagues.

*This position will start in Falmouth and be moving to Wareham this Fall.*

Non Masters $24.00 - $25.00 Masters non licensed or LCSW $26.00 - $27.00 Masters licensed (LICSW or LMHC) $28.00 - $30.00

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the development, implementation, and modification of treatment plans and continuing care plans.
• Complete required documentation in accordance with Gosnold policy and regulatory standards.
• Provide individual and group counseling and psycho-educational sessions.
• Participate in the coordination of care with other professionals and/or family.
• Abide by Gosnold professional code of ethics including those applicable to confidentiality, dual relationships, and professional stature as a Gosnold representative.
• Participate in continuing education necessary for certification requirements.
• Acquire documentation, assessment, case management, and treatment planning skills.
• Display an understanding of appropriate patient-staff boundaries.
• Work under and respond to supervision.
• Interact with patients in a professional manner.
• As directed under supervision, interact with the financial and utilization management staff for reimbursement.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job.

• Education:Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience: Minium of one year supervised counseling experience in substance use disorder treatment or closely related field. Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field may substitute for experience.
• Skills:Excellent customer service, verbal, and written communication skills. Computer literacy and working familiarity with technology.
• BENEFITS (based on full-time employment):
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield health and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Generous paid vacation, sick,and holiday time
  • 403b retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Personal financial management services
  • Life and supplemental life insurance
  • Critical illness and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition assistance

• Gosnold is an Equal Opportunity Employer.