Forensic Counselor - Bilingual

Berks Counseling Center; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Berks Counseling Center seeks a Forensic Counselor to provide screening and assessment and outpatient services to inmates in the Berks County Jail System. You will conduct individual, group, and family counseling as appropriate and ensure timely clinical documentation.

Collaboration with jail project staff and the care coordinator is essential for coordinated care. Requirements include a bachelor's degree in a related field and bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related social service field is required.
• Be bilingual: English/Spanish required.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency hours of operation (8am–8pm Mon–Thu, 8am–4pm Fri, some Saturdays).

Responsibilities

• Provided screening and assessment of inmates.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as appropriate to inmates.
• Effectively complete all required clinical documentation related to outpatient treatment standards in an efficient and up-to-date manner.
• Work collaboratively with BCC and BCJS staff, including the care coordinator of the Jail Project.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related social service field

Master's degree preferred

CAC preferred

Job description

BCC Summary

Berks Counseling Center is excited to be a team-based organization where every client has an entire team of care. If you enjoy being a team player in a helping profession, we invite you to explore our job opportunities.

BCC Summary

Berks Counseling Center is excited to be a team-based organization where every client has an entire team of care. If you enjoy being a team player in a helping profession, we invite you to explore our job opportunities.

Berks Counseling Center is a recovery-oriented behavioral health, physical health, and supportive services organization providing a holistic approach to a culturally and economically diverse population for the purpose of achieving a healthy and productive lifestyle.

Summary Of Job

As a Forensic Counselor, you will provide screening and assessment and out-patient services to inmates housed at the Berks County Jail System.

**You will.**

• Provided screening and assessment of inmates.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as appropriate to inmates.
• Effectively complete all required clinical documentation related to outpatient treatment standards in an efficient and up-to-date manner.
• Work collaboratively with BCC and BCJS staff, this includes working with the care coordinator of the Jail Project.

**To qualify for the position, you will need.**

• Bachelor's degree in a related social service field
• Be Bilingual: English/Spanish required
• Ability to work 40 hours per week within agency hours of operation, which are 8am-8pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-4pm Friday with Saturday hours, when applicable.

**Preferred candidates will .**

• One (1) year direct substance abuse counseling experience (or relevant internship)
• Master's degree preferred
• CAC preferred

Physical Requirements

• SEEING: Must be able to read and interpret documents and read and analyze data on a computer screen for prolonged periods.
• HEARING: Must be able to hear well to communicate with clients, vendors, and coworkers in a forensic setting.
• MOBILITY: Must have mobility to move about the prison with little to no assistance; some assistance devices are not permitted inside the secure area of the prison.
• LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING: Must be able to carry up to 10 pounds.
• OTHER: Must be able to write, type and use technology. Must have and be able to maintain access to work in the BJCS setting.