Counselor Intern

ALIVIANE; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance and

401(k)

Generous PTO and holidays

Mental Health Hours

Growth opportunities

Flexible Schedule

Half day Friday

Job summary

Aliviane Inc. is seeking a Counselor Intern to manage a client caseload, conduct screenings, and develop treatment plans at our El Paso facility.

You will facilitate individual and group counseling sessions, document client progress, and participate in discharge planning under licensed supervision. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and an LCDC Intern designation with the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Qualifications

• Requires a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) Intern designation with Texas DHS.
• Experience with coordinating treatment plans and client progress notes.
• Knowledge of substance use 12 core functions and applying them clinically.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client caseload, screen and assess needs, and develop treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions and document progress.
• Discharge planning and coordination with treatment team and other providers.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Group facilitation

Psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Social Services / Psychology / related field

LCDC Intern designation (Texas)

Job description

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k)
• Generous paid time off, extended illness leave, and paid holidays
• Mental Health Hours
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• Satisfying and rewarding work helping clients overcome substance abuse
• Flexible Schedule

Company name: Aliviane Inc

Title of position: Counselor Intern

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $ 16-$19/hr

Location: 1626 Medical Center

El Paso, Texas 79902

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k)
• Generous paid time off, extended illness leave, and paid holidays
• Mental Health Hours
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• Satisfying and rewarding work helping clients overcome substance abuse
• Flexible Schedule
• Half day Friday

As well as company-paid benefits such as life insurance and short-term disability!

About Us

Aliviane Inc. is committed to providing treatment to members of our community who struggle with substance abuse. Through substance use and mental health services, education, and awareness we help people recover from addiction as they embrace their voice, discover their journey, and engage their community. The success of our mission is made possible by the skills and contributions of our diverse team. Become a part of a unique organization that is spearheading substance use treatment in Texas. Become a part of Aliviane!

Job Summary

Responsible for managing a client caseload including screening and assessing for client needs, development of treatment plans, facilitating individual and group counseling sessions, documentation of client progress and participation, treatment plans reviews and discharging planning. Knowledge of substance use 12 core functions and able to perform and apply these as such. Works directly under the supervision of a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Qualified Credentialed Counselor (LCDC-QCC).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducts orientation to program and develops psychosocial history and treatment plans for clients within time frame specified in program level of service.
• Diagnose substance use disorders and determine level of care and eligibility.
• Maintains client files and documentation in accordance with organization, state, and federal rules.
• Facilitates psycho-educational and counseling individual, group, and family sessions to include substance use education, as assigned by supervisor.
• Participates in consultation with treatment team and other appropriate individuals or programs to accomplish treatment goals. Contributes input, as well as receives feedback in staff meetings and supervision sessions.
• Provides required documentation to utilization reviewers for coordination of client care.
• Completes and submits all discharges, referrals, and follow ups within time frame established by state and/or federal guidelines.
• Manages client behavior, crisis situations and applies conflict resolution skills to situations.
• Attends organizational training and continues to acquire Continuing Education (CE) hours.
• Understands, accepts, implements, and promotes Aliviane Inc. Mission Statement, program/department goals, philosophy and objectives. Serves as a role model for employees, clients, and community partners.

Required/Preferred Education And Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or Associate degree in Social Services, Human Relations, Social Science, Psychology, or related field from a university from a regionally accredited college/university preferred.
• Must be designated as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) Intern by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• One to two years related experience and/or training preferred.