Counselor | Sioux Falls

Harboroaks; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Treatment Center in Canton, SD, a 126-bed inpatient facility near Sioux Falls, is seeking a compassionate Counselor to join our Keystone team. You will conduct group and family sessions, perform initial and follow-up assessments, and help develop individualized treatment plans for adults in recovery.

In this role you will coordinate with referral sources and insurers, provide crisis intervention, plan for aftercare, ensure thorough documentation, and maintain a positive, empathetic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or practicum required.
• ACT or CAC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions and document as required.
• Co-facilitate sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Initial and follow-up assessments for patients.
• Prepare individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Ensure timely and clear documentation of patient care and incidents.
• Liaise between referral sources and patients and provide crisis intervention.
• Plan for aftercare for assigned patients and coordinate with insurers.
• Provide case management to ensure quality care and assess referrals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

ACT or CAC preferred

Counseling practicum/internship experience

Job description

Overview

We are looking to add a compassionate Counselor to our amazing Keystone team!

Keystone Treatment Center is a 126 Bed Treatment Center providing services to adults on an inpatient basis. Keystone is located in Canton SD, just a short drive from Sioux Falls, SD.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

Responsibilities

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.

Hours:

Monday - Wednesday: 12:30pm - 9:00pm

Thursday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• ACT, or CAC Preferred. 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.

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