Counselor - Men's Unit

Acadia Healthcare; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug plan

Dental and vision coverage

401(K) plan

Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare’s Keystone Treatment Center in Canton, SD is seeking a Counselor for the Men’s Unit, serving Sioux Falls and Canton area patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. The role emphasizes nursing-like care within standards, empathetic service, and safety-driven practice.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with competitive hourly pay and shift differential for nights/weekends.

Qualifications

• ACT certification required; CAC/LAC preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant experience may supplement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions as scheduled.
• Co-facilitate group or family sessions; assist with modifying behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.

Skills

ACT certification

CAC or LAC preferred

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Overview

Canton - Keystone Counselor - Men's Unit Opening

We are seeking a Counselor for the Men's Unit in the Sioux Falls and Canton area for our facility in Canton.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about substance use disorder and mental health. If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community, this position is right for you!

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Competitive Hourly Rate with Shift Differential available (Nights and Weekends)8 Paid Holidays and 24 Hours of Personal Time

ACT required, CAC or LAC Preferred.

Benefits: At Acadia Healthcare, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including

• Medical, Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Vision and Dental Coverage.
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Additionally, our well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs, financial support, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Since its inception in 1973, Keystone Treatment Center has established itself as a nationally recognized inpatient and outpatient treatment center for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. At our inpatient facility in Canton, South Dakota, just 30 minutes from Sioux Falls, we treat adolescents and adults age 19 and older of all genders who are struggling with addictions to alcohol and other drugs.

Purpose Statement:

Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice, as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers at all times. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Responsibilities

• Competitive Hourly Rate with Shift Differential available (Nights and Weekends)
• 8 Paid Holidays and 24 Hours of Personal Time
• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(K) plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (Counseling, Legal, Financial Services and more)
• Licensure reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Excellent training program
• Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry. Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities

SHIFTS AND HOURS

• We have a full-time day position available.
• Scheduled Shifts are 8 Hours

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• ACT required, CAC or LAC Preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equalemployment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.