Counselor - PRN

Summit BHC; Port Matilda (Centre County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Wexford, PA seeks an Associate Counselor (PRN) to support clients in recovery under supervision. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, individual/group sessions, and crisis intervention.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in social or mental health services, supervised practice, and eligibility for entry-level licensure. CPR and de-escalation training are required; some state-specific certifications may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor0s degree in social or mental health services or closely related field required.
• Weekly supervision oversight for all areas of clinical training practice in alignment with state standards.
• Must be eligible for entry level licensure or certification as recognized by the state.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, conducts client assessments focused on history, current presentation, problem areas and risk.
• Participates in treatment planning and progress reviews under clinical supervision.
• Conducts group, individual or family sessions and documents treatment as required.
• Provides client and family education related to substance abuse and psychiatric issues.
• Ensures timely, clear documentation including supervisor co-signature.
• Provides crisis intervention to clients as needed and seeks supervision as appropriate.
• Plans and documents aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
• Provides case management to ensure individualized quality care.

Skills

Client assessment

Treatment planning

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelora2s degree in social or mental health services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Counselor - PRN | St. Joseph Institute for Addiction | Wexford, Pennsylvania

About the Job:

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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

Roles and Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Under supervision, conducts client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.
• Under clinical supervision, participates in client treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.
• Under supervision, conducts assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.
• Under supervision, provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.
• Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner, including co-signature of assigned supervisor.
• Provides crisis intervention to clients, as needed, and seeks consultation and supervision as appropriate.
• Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in social or mental health services or closely related field required.
• No prior professional work experience required.
• Cannot practice independently. Requires a minimum of weekly supervision oversight for all areas of clinical training practice in alignment with state standards.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Eligible for entry level licensure or certification as recognized by the state within they are practicing that has not been obtained yet either due to requirement for supervised work experience or due to state permitting unlicensed professional work.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

WORK LOCATION:

This position is onsite and is not a remote position.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

This position is an Individual Contributor.

Why St. Joseph Institute for Addiction?St. Joseph Institute for Addiction offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. St. Joseph Institute for Addiction is an EOE.

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