Counselor, CSS (Weekend Only)

The Dimock Center; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

The Dimock Center in Roxbury, MA is hiring a part-time Social Worker Mental Health Counselor for the Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS) program. The position is fully onsite with weekend hours and a focus on stabilization, recovery, and transition to ongoing care within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field, provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related field is required.
• One year of experience in substance use disorder treatment is preferred but not required.
• Computer skills include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and electronic documentation systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a company vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide brief supportive therapy and individual, family, and group counseling.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups using evidence-based practices.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and contribute to treatment planning.
• Maintain an assigned caseload and provide individual counseling as appropriate.
• Collaborate with case managers and multidisciplinary team to coordinate referrals and transitions.
• Provide crisis prevention, intervention and risk assessments.
• Document assessments, progress notes, treatment plans and discharge paperwork per guidelines.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings and supervision.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Masters in Counseling or Social Work (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Social Worker Mental Health Counselor Clinical Stabilization Services CSS Part Time Weekends Location Roxbury MA Fully Onsite Status Part Time Schedule Every weekend Saturday and Sunday 1100 AM 700 PM Salary 26 31hr depending on licensure and experience You You are a caring clinically minded professional with an interest in substance use and behavioral health who thrives in a team environment and is committed to excellence This role is an excellent opportunity for a candidate completing an advanced degree in social work counseling or a related human services field who wants meaningful hands on clinical experience The Dimock Center The Dimock Center is a federally qualified community health center that heals and uplifts individuals families and communities Our vision is to redefine the model of a healthy community by creating equitable access to comprehensive health care and education We promote a culture of respect excellence equal opportunity and commitment to our employees and the communities we serve Our Behavioral Health Services programs provide residential and outpatient treatment for individuals experiencing mental illness developmental disabilities and substance use disorders For many individuals and families our programs are life changing and life saving

About Clinical Stabilization Services

Clinical Stabilization Services CSS provides structured residential treatment for individuals who need support following withdrawal management and before transitioning to the next level of care Our multidisciplinary team provides patient centered evidence based treatment focused on stabilization recovery and successful transition to ongoing care

Summary/Objective

Under the direction of the Clinical Director and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians counselors nurses case managers and Behavioral Health Specialists the Social Worker Mental Health Counselor provides clinical services to patients receiving CSS treatment The Counselor provides individual and group counseling psychoeducation crisis intervention care coordination and clinical documentation while supporting patients in achieving their treatment and recovery goals

Essential Functions

• Provide brief supportive therapy and individual family and group counseling to support patient progress toward treatment goals
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups utilizing evidence based practices under the guidance of the Clinical Director
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments and contribute to individualized treatment planning as appropriate to the role and level of licensure
• Maintain an assigned caseload and provide individual counseling as clinically appropriate
• Collaborate with case managers and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate referrals linkages and transitions to the appropriate level of care
• Provide crisis prevention intervention and risk assessments escalating concerns to the Clinical Director nursing leadership or other appropriate clinical staff when necessary
• Support patients in developing skills and resources that promote continued recovery and successful community reintegration
• Complete required documentation including assessments progress notes treatment plans discharge documentation and insurance related documentation in accordance with agency DPH and BSAS requirements
• Participate in staff meetings clinical meetings trainings and professional development activities
• Participate in individual clinical supervision and accumulate hours toward licensure when applicable
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with patients families colleagues and community partners
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build therapeutic relationships with individuals experiencing substance use and behavioral health challenges
• Ability to communicate professionally with leadership colleagues patients and community partners
• Strong organization and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced clinical environment
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Commitment to culturally responsive compassionate and patient centered care

Work Environment

This position operates in a residential clinical treatment setting

Position Type / Hours

This is a part time weekend position The schedule is Saturday and Sunday 1100 AM 700 PM with a commitment to work every weekend

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in social work or a closely related field required
• One 1 year of experience working in a substance use disorder treatment setting preferred but not required
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills required including Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and electronic documentation systems
• Valid drivers license and ability to drive a company vehicle required

Preferred Experience

• Current enrollment in or completion of a Masters degree in Counseling Social Work or a related field
• LADC I or II CAC CADAC or other relevant addiction counseling credential
• LCSW or LICSW licensure
• Spanish language capability

Other Duties

Note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of duties that are required of the employee for this job Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

Salary

The salary target is 26 31hr depending on licensure and experience