Counselor (PRN - Days/Weekends)

Great Oaks Recovery Center, LLC.; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Oaks Recovery Center is seeking a Counselor (PRN - Days/Weekends) to provide treatment, counseling, and support for clients recovering from addictions and related mental health issues. This on-site role focuses on assessments, treatment planning, group and individual sessions, and crisis intervention.

The position requires a relevant degree (bachelor's with experience or master’s with some post-degree experience) and state licensure/certifications, plus CPR and de-escalation training.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or related field with 3+ years post-Bachelor experience.
• Or master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or related field with 1+ year post-Masters experience.
• Must have current licensure or certifications as a social worker, counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, current presentation, and treatment needs.
• Lead individual, group or family sessions and document progress.
• Provide crisis intervention and aftercare planning.
• Communicate with insurance carriers and referrals as needed.
• Perform case management to ensure quality care.
• Deliver educational workshops and liaise with self-help groups.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services

Master's degree in social services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid

Job description

## Counselor (PRN - Days/Weekends)Applylocations: Great Oaks Recovery Centertime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: JR126028Counselor (PRN - Days/Weekends) | Great Oaks Recovery Center | Egypt, Texas**About the Job:**PURPOSE STATEMENT: The Counselor Two provides treatment, counseling, 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:*** Responsible for conducting client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, and ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.* Responsible for conducting ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the treatment program.* Prepares and carries out client initial treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.* Leads assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.* 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.* Provides crisis intervention and counseling to clients, as needed.* Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.* Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.* Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.* Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.* Conducts educational workshops both within the Hospital and in the community as required.* Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.* Evaluates the needs of the client to determine the appropriate level of care and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:*** Requires bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor degree professional experience in the addictions or counseling field* OR master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or closely related health services field with 1+ years of post-Masters degree professional experience in the addictions, therapy or counseling field* Degree must be from an accredited college or university.**LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:*** Must have current and valid licensure or certifications a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.* CPR certification and de-escalation training 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 Great Oaks Recovery Center?Great Oaks Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Great Oaks Recovery Center is an EOE.