Counselor I (RES) - Riverside

Voatx; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 43,200 - 52,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan options

Retirement plan

Education assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

A community service organization in Fort Worth is seeking a qualified individual to provide substance abuse treatment and counseling. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Services and an LCDC license from Texas. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, facilitating counseling sessions, and maintaining client documentation. Join us to make a difference while enjoying reliable hours, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a relevant role, including three years of management experience.
• Hold an LCDC license from the state of Texas in good standing.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and insurance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments for clients seeking substance abuse treatment.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions.
• Maintain accurate client records and treatment documentation.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Intake assessment

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Are you looking for a job that makes a difference? Do you have a passion for helping others? Join VOA-TEXAS!

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Salary: $48,000 per year

License Required: LCDC

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 plan options that fit your lifestyle, a retirement plan, education assistance program, employee discounts, paid time off, plus more!

Day-To-Day:

• Conducts initial intake assessment to determine individual treatment needs from clients seeking substance abuse treatment as required per program.
• Conducts orientation for individuals referred to the program.
• Provides clients with individual and group counseling and case management services, as related to their ongoing needs based on their individualized treatment plan.
• Maintains up-to-date client record documentation.
• Facilitates therapeutic group and individual counseling.
• Completes client psychosocial assessments and develops and/or revises and implements individual client treatment plans.
• Prepares periodic reports on client status and activities as required by funding agencies.
• Facilitates substance abuse education using approved curriculum.
• 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 documentation of treatment in CMBHS or other electronic record-keeping, and other client files as required by funding sources.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field plus five years of transferable experience, with at least three years directly related (managing major facility operations).

The counselor must hold an LCDC license from the state of Texas. If working in substance abuse treatment, must be in good standing with DSHS.

Valid Texas Driver’s License and ability to be insured.

Make a living by making a difference. Apply online today!

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