Counselor I (OP) - Houston

Volunteers of America Texas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Retirement plan

Education assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Volunteers of America Texas is seeking a full-time counselor to support individuals in our Texas substance use treatment programs in Houston. You will conduct initial intake screenings, orient new clients, and develop personalized treatment plans while delivering individual and group counseling and case management.

A valid LCDC license is required along with a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field. A Texas driver’s license with a clean MVR is also necessary.

Qualifications

• LCDC license required.
• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver's License with clear MVR and ability to be insured.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial intake screening and assessment for treatment needs.
• Provides orientation for individuals referred to the program.
• Creates individual treatment plans and reviews progress.
• Delivers individual and group counseling and case management services.

Skills

LCDC License

Client intake

Counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA- Texas

Are you looking for a job that makes a difference? Do you have a passion for helping others? We may be the right organization for you: VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA TEXAS.

License Required: LCDC/ LCDC Interns welcome to apply!

Pay: $48,000 annually

**$2,000 sign on bonus**

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday

Why you’ll love working with VOA-Texas:

• Reliable hours: We will provide a dependable schedule you can count on.
• Career advancement: Our variety of programs allows for many opportunities for growth and development. Opportunities range from administrative positions, service coordinators, property management and more!
• Benefits: Our wide range of benefits include healthcare plans, a retirement plan, education assistance program, employee discounts, paid time off, plus more!

Day-To-Day:

• Conducts initial intake screening and assessment to determine individual treatment needs from clients seeking substance use treatment as required per program.
• Conducts orientation for individuals referred to the program.
• Creates individual treatment plans based on assessment findings, reviews/revises as client progresses.
• Provides clients with individual and group counseling and case management services, as related to their ongoing needs using approved curricula.
• Maintains up-to-date client record documentation including filing all clinical documentation per requirements of law.
• Prepares periodic reports on client status and activities as required by funding agencies.
• Monitors and notifies Director of potential psychological crises with individual clients that may affect the operation of the program or the facility, or may necessitate further intervention.
• Maintains electronic record-keeping, and other client files as required by funding sources.

Qualifications:

• LCDC License is required.
• Bachelors Degree in social work or related field is preferred.
• Valid Texas Drivers License, clear MVR and ability to be insured

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