Counselor/Therapist

BrightView; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k with employer match

Training and certification

Comprehensive benefits

STAR LRP

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

BrightView Health is seeking a Therapist I in Ohio to deliver evidence-based therapy for individuals on the recovery journey. You will plan group sessions, provide individual counseling, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative care setting.

The role requires at least a Master’s degree, an active clinical license, and 1+ year of Counselor I experience. You’ll participate in meetings, documentation, and ongoing training while upholding BrightView Health’s compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher? (from state requirements)
• Master’s Degree required, licensure active
• 1+ year experience as Counselor I or relevant role

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments
• Provide individual counseling as needed
• Assist with treatment planning and monitor progress toward goals
• Coordinate patient care with the multidisciplinary team
• Document all treatment data into the electronic health record
• Attend staff meetings, supervision, and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Provide onboarding support and mentorship for new counselors

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Empathy and compassion

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Teams

Word

Job description

Join our dynamic team as a Therapist I where your passion for helping individuals on their journey to recovery will find purpose. As a Therapist I, you will play a pivotal role in providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy to those seeking support for substance abuse. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact, thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, and are committed to the highest standards of care, we invite you to contribute to our mission of fostering positive change in the lives of those affected by addiction. Take the next step in your career and be part of a team that is dedicated to transforming lives and creating a path to lasting recovery.

CLINICAL CARE

• Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on the needs of the clinic’s patient population and caseload, aligned with scientific best-practice guidelines.
• Demonstrate competency for individual counseling, offering occasional individual counselor sessions as appropriate.

PATIENT CARE COORDINATION

• Assist with treatment planning and reviewing progress towards treatment plan goals.
• Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team.

DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE

• Timely and comprehensively document all necessary treatment data into the electronic patient health record.
• Ensure adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements.

MEETING AND COLLABORATION

• Attends required meetings including but not limited to all on-site staff meetings, supervision, multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Attend required meetings including individual and group supervision, multidisciplinary team meeting, and quarterly in-service.

TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP

• Occasional training/onboarding support for new hire Counselor I.
• Training, onboarding, and mentorship support for new hire counselors within the site or adjacent clinics.

Knowledge Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly empathetic and compassionate to effectively support the recovery journey of BrightView’s patients.
• Competent at working with a diverse population of colleagues and patients.
• Natural problem solver, looks for solutions to best meet patient needs with a sense of urgency.
• Team-player, able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Adaptable and agile within a dynamic work environment
• Technologically capable, comfortable operating in multiple systems for communication and documentation purposes. Familiarity with MS Office software (Outlook, Teams, Word, etc.) preferred.
• Embraces BrightView’s culture of compliance - operates with a high degree of integrity and compliance to work standards and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and 42-CFR Part 2 desired
• Prior experience with harm reduction a plus

Experience

• Required 1+ year experience as Counselor I or other relevant experience
• Preferred 2+ years’ experience in relevant field

EDUCATION

• Required Consistent with state-level regulation and requirements, at minimum Master’s Degree

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• REQUIRED
• Active clinical licensure consistent with state-level regulatory requirements, at minimum dependently licensed

Brightview Health Benefits And Perks

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer match.
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional growth and development.