Entry-Level Addiction Counselor – PRN, Onsite

Summit BHC; Port Matilda (Centre County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Wexford, PA seeks an Associate Counselor (PRN) to support clients in recovery under supervision. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, individual/group sessions, and crisis intervention.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in social or mental health services, supervised practice, and eligibility for entry-level licensure. CPR and de-escalation training are required; some state-specific certifications may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor0s degree in social or mental health services or closely related field required.
• Weekly supervision oversight for all areas of clinical training practice in alignment with state standards.
• Must be eligible for entry level licensure or certification as recognized by the state.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, conducts client assessments focused on history, current presentation, problem areas and risk.
• Participates in treatment planning and progress reviews under clinical supervision.
• Conducts group, individual or family sessions and documents treatment as required.
• Provides client and family education related to substance abuse and psychiatric issues.
• Ensures timely, clear documentation including supervisor co-signature.
• Provides crisis intervention to clients as needed and seeks supervision as appropriate.
• Plans and documents aftercare for assigned clients.
• Acts as liaison with insurance carriers as requested.
• Provides case management to ensure individualized quality care.

Skills

Client assessment

Treatment planning

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelora2s degree in social or mental health services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Wexford, PA seeks an Associate Counselor (PRN) to support clients in recovery under supervision. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, individual/group sessions, and crisis intervention.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in social or mental health services, supervised practice, and eligibility for entry-level licensure. CPR and de-escalation training are required; some state-specific certifications may be needed.