Counselor/Therapist

BrightView LLC; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k with employer match

Training and certification programs

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BrightView Health is seeking a dedicated Counselor to join our treatment team in the Portsmouth, VA area. You will conduct group therapy, perform intake assessments, and contribute to crisis intervention and treatment planning within a multidisciplinary setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, strict adherence to regulatory requirements, and strong documentation in the electronic health record. Clinicians with experience in harm reduction are highly valued, and ongoing training is

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a relevant field.
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Active entry-level clinical certification or licensure (e.g., CSAC-S) required.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments.
• Provide crisis and de-escalation techniques.
• Assist with treatment planning and monitor progress toward goals.
• Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team.
• Document treatment data in the EHR and ensure regulatory/compliance.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Empathy & compassion

Team collaboration

Adaptability

MS Office proficiency

Regulatory compliance awareness

Harm reduction experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

State regulation compliance

Job description

Overview

Are you a dedicated and experienced Counselor with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards recovery? We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Counselor to contribute to our treatment team. If you excel in a dynamic counseling environment, possess a profound understanding of addiction therapy, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be crucial in shaping the future of our therapeutic programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking recovery.

Responsibilities

• CLINICAL CARE:
  • Plan and conduct group therapy sessions and patient intake assessments based on clinic needs and best-practice guidelines.
  • Provide crisis and de-escalation techniques.
• TREATMENT PLANNING AND PROGRESS MONITORING:
  • Assist with treatment planning.
  • Review progress towards treatment plan goals.
• COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION:
  • Coordinate patient care with the onsite multidisciplinary team.
  • Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE:

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

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly empathetic and compassionate to effectively support the recovery journey of BrightView’s patients.
• 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
• Prior experience with harm reduction a plus

Qualifications

• EXPERIENCE
  • Required: 1+ year of experience in a relevant field
  • Preferred: 2+ years of experience in a relevant field
• EDUCATION:
  • Required: Consistent with state-level regulation and requirements
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• REQUIRED: Active entry-level clinical certification or licensure consistent with state-level regulatory requirements at minimum e.g.CSAC-S

BRIGHTVIEW HEALTH BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Immediately vested and eligible in 401kprogram 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.
• 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.

Ready to shape our future by bringing in top talent?