Counselor IV

The Ranch at Dove Tree; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit plan

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Ranch at Dove Tree in Lubbock, Texas is seeking a Counselor IV to deliver treatment and support for clients recovering from addictions and behavioral problems. This role involves conducting group and family sessions, preparing individual treatment plans, and providing crisis intervention as needed. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 6 years in the counseling field. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in counseling field with Bachelor's degree.
• OR 8+ years experience with Bachelor's in another field.
• 4+ years of experience with Master's degree in the counseling field.
• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts group and/or family sessions and documents as required.
• Prepares individual treatment plans for clients.
• Provides crisis intervention as needed.
• Coordinates activities of clinical staff and directs client care.

Skills

Client treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Group and family counseling

Case management

Educational workshops

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Master's degree in social or health services field

Job description

Counselor IV | The Ranch at Dove Tree | Lubbock, Texas

About the Job

The Counselor IV provides treatment and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems, assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of clients.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Participates in client treatment planning and continuum of care.
• Conducts group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
• Co-facilitates assigned group or family sessions and assists with modifying problem behaviors.
• Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for clients.
• Prepares individual treatment plan for each assigned client.
• Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.
• Provides crisis intervention to clients, as needed.
• Plans for aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluates the need of the client and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.
• Conducts educational workshops both within the Facility and in the community as required.
• Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the Facility treatment programs.
• Assists in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance.
• Coordinates the activities of other clinical and direct client care staff, providing direction and clinical guidance.
• Requires Bachelor's degree in social or health services field, with 6+ years exp in counseling field;
• OR Bachelor's degree in other field with 8+ years in the counseling field;
• OR Master's degree in social or health services field, with 4+ year professional work experience.
• Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Why The Ranch at Dove Tree?

The Ranch at Dove Tree offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. The Ranch at Dove Tree is an EOE.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. 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.