Counselor Technician - Part Time - Weekend Days

Rediscover; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

ReDiscover seeks a Counselor Technician to monitor clients, support daily activities, and assist with individualized treatment plans. You will work in a mission-driven non-profit mental health setting, emphasizing compassionate care and confidentiality across a team of professionals.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and a commitment to recovery-focused service. Weekend availability is part of the schedule, with orientation for new staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills: typing, MS Word, MS Excel, and email.

Responsibilities

• Monitors clients in a safe environment and documents safety rounds.
• Facilitates structured activities aligned with clients' goals and treatment plans.
• Demonstrates culturally competent respect for clients, guests, and staff.
• Maintains cleanliness of the program space.
• Protects and respects client information, including EMR documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

MS Word

MS Excel

EMR systems

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Make a Difference as a Counselor Technician with ReDiscoverJoin ReDiscover’s CoEd Department and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.Why ReDiscover?700+ dedicated professionalsOver five decades of community impactA culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and growthAbout the CoEd ProgramThe Coed Substance Use Disorder program aims to help adults with a substance use or co-occurring disorder in an outpatient or residential setting. Through medication assisted treatment, paired with individualized therapy, group education, and case management, the Coed Substance Use Disorder program offers a well rounded holistic approach to client's needs.What You'll DoMonitors clients in a safe environment, performing and documenting client safety rounds. This includes ADL monitoring and coaching (i.e. life skills, communication skills, community integration, etc.).Facilitates structured activities with clients in accordance with their goals and treatment plan.Demonstrates culturally competent respect for all clients, guests and staff through verbal and non-verbal behaviors and assists them as needed.Maintains cleanliness of the program space.Safeguards Protected Health Information (written and electronically) and maintains confidentiality. This may include providing written documentation, scanning and/or uploading records into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. This may also include requesting and/or releasing client information or medical records.Requirements of the PositionAvailability to work a Part Time schedule (16 hours per week) Sat-Sun 7A-3:30P; all new hires are required to attend a one-week ReDiscover orientation as part of the onboarding process.High School Diploma or GED.A valid Missouri Class E automobile operator’s license (or equivalent license in another state).Must carry all appropriate insurance on the vehicle being driven, necessary to comply with Missouri or Kansas State Law.Working knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders preferred.Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.Grow With UsWe’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Counselor Technician through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.Ready to join a team that’s passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.