Counselor MAPS SARASOTA

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Sarasota, FL is seeking a counselor to perform substance abuse and mental health counseling with individuals and groups.

The role includes counseling, psycho-educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning, with possible telehealth use for screenings and counseling. Requirements include a 4-year degree minimum, relevant credentials, and the ability to document services accurately.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, health education, or related field.
• Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern.
• MCAP/CAP/CAC certification by the Florida Certification Board.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Level II background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Commit to a workplace of dignity and respect.
• Comply with Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines.
• Work cooperatively and cordially with others in a team.
• Attend work as scheduled per attendance policies.
• Accept direction from managers and supervisors respectfully.

Skills

Writing skills

Typing 40 wpm

Windows proficiency

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, health education, or related field

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: MAPS Sarasota - Sarasota, FL 34231Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $20.40 - $22.95 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs substance abuse and mental health counseling work on an individual patient basis and in a group setting. Duties primarily consist of conducting and documenting services such as counseling, psycho-educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning. Counseling includes discussion of issues associated with patient’s substance use and other co-occurring conditions to work toward a constructive resolution of those problems and ultimately toward recovery. May be required to use telehealth services to provide clinical screenings, assessments, and counseling.

SCOPE OF PRACTICE

• Screening and psychosocial assessment
• Treatment planning and referral
• Service coordination and consultation
• Continuing assessment and treatment plan reviews
• Recovery support services
• Crisis intervention
• Individual, family, and community education
• Documentation of progress
• Counseling, including:
• Individual counseling
• Group counseling
• Counseling with families, couples, and significant others

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field.
• Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern.
• Certified master’s degree level addiction professional (MCAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board
• Certified addictions professional (CAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board
• Certified addiction counselor (CAC) certified by the Florida Certification Board

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass a level II background check and drug screen
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
• Ability toaccurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Treatment program / office
• Fast paced environment
• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.