Counselor I

Safe Harbor Behavioral Health, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Safe Harbor Recovery Center is seeking a Counselor I in Chesapeake, VA to provide treatment and support for clients in recovery from addictions and related mental health issues. The role includes conducting assessments, delivering group, individual, and family counseling, and coordinating care plans with documentation.

The Counselor I will educate clients and families, perform crisis intervention as needed, and liaise with insurance carriers while ensuring quality, individualized care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field.
• Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience not required, but internship/training in counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, current presentation, and risks.
• Perform ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services.
• Prepare and document treatment planning and progress reviews.
• Lead group, individual or family sessions with evidence-based modalities.
• Provide education to clients and families about substance abuse and psychiatric issues.
• Maintain timely, clear documentation of client care and incidents.

Skills

Client assessments

Group counseling

Individual counseling

Family counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Education workshops

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services addiction or mental health

Accredited college/university degree

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Counselor I | Safe Harbor Recovery Center | Chesapeake, Virginia

About the Job:

Purpose Statement: The Counselor One provides treatment and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health disorders, assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of clients.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Hourly Rate $27 - $29

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the treatment program.
• Participates in and prepares client treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.
• Conducts assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.
• Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.
• Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Provides crisis intervention to clients, as needed, and seeks consultation as appropriate.
• Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Conducts educational workshops both within the Hospital and in the community as required.
• Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements:

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience is not required, but experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum training is preferred.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications:

• Must have current and valid licensure or certification as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency, including entry level licenses as issued by the state.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Work Location:

This position is onsite and is not a remote position.

Supervisory Requirements:

This position is an Individual Contributor.

Why Safe Harbor Recovery Center?

Safe Harbor Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Safe Harbor Recovery Center is an EOE.

Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country.

We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.