Full Time Counselor

Brightli; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming culture

Job summary

Centerstone is looking for a Counselor in Springfield, MO to provide in-person, person-centered counseling within Recovery Services. You will deliver individual and group sessions, coordinate treatment plans, and support clients through recovery, with a strong emphasis on collaborative care and community reintegration.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s in a human services field and appropriate Missouri credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a human services field and/or relevant credentials.
• Qualified Addiction Professional or Qualified Mental Health Professional credentials as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board.
• Knowledge of caseload management, rehabilitation methods, and counseling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling, group counseling, group education, and family conferences.
• Guide clients in recovering, building skills, and making healthy decisions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans reflecting assessments and client priorities.

Skills

Empathy and rapport building

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Case management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in human services

Missouri credentialing board credentials (CADC/CRADC/CRAADC/CCJP/RADC-*)

Job description

Full Time Counselor### Full Time CounselorApply: Springfield, MO: Full time: Posted Today: R - 27061**Job Description:****Job Title:** Counselor**Location:** Springfield, MO**Department:** Recovery Services**Employment Type:** Full-time.**Join a Nationally Recognized Top Workplace**Centerstone is a nationally recognized behavioral health organization and has been named a Top Workplace. This recognition is based entirely on confidential employee feedback and reflects the workplace culture, engagement, & employee experience.Learn more: https://topworkplaces.com/company/Centerstone/.**Job Summary:**As a Counselor with Recovery Services, you will help individuals living with mental health and substance use disorders strengthen daily living skills, pursue recovery goals, and improve their ability to succeed at work, school, and in the community. Join a compassionate, collaborative team where you will deliver in-person, person-centered counseling, coordinate individualized treatment, and make a meaningful difference throughout each client’s recovery journey..**This position offers...*** **Employee Assistance Program** – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost* **Mileage Reimbursement** – Company paid for work functions requiring travel* **Employee Discounts** – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition* **Workplace Culture** - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce* **Additional Perks & Benefits** - Health, Dental, Life, & Much More - Scroll down to bottom of this post to for more info..**Key Responsibilities:*** **Provide** individual counseling, group counseling, group education, and family conferences that address substance use, mental health needs, and barriers to daily functioning.* **Guide** clients in examining attitudes, feelings, and behaviors while building recovery skills, healthy decision-making, and effective problem-solving strategies.* **Develop** individualized treatment plans that reflect assessment findings, regulatory requirements, client priorities, and progress throughout treatment.* **Complete** intake, screening, and assessment activities within required agency, accreditation, and state regulatory time frames.* **Collaborate** with clinical staff and treatment teams by contributing meaningful updates, recommendations, and feedback on client care.* **Support** clients through transitions in care and prepare timely transition summaries, plans, letters, and other required correspondence.* **Respond** effectively to crisis situations using sound clinical judgment, approved intervention practices, and appropriate coordination of care.* **Maintain** accurate, timely, and treatment-plan-linked service documentation in accordance with agency, accreditation, and regulatory standards.* **Correct** documentation and chart deficiencies within established time frames and ensure services are entered using the required format.* **Achieve** weekly Collaborative Service Goal expectations while following the established service provision model.* **Build** positive, professional relationships with clients, coworkers, referral sources, and community partners while upholding ethical standards and agency policies.* **Represent** Centerstone professionally in the community and contribute to the organization’s short-term and long-term goals..**Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a human services field and/or certification or credentialing that authorizes the individual to provide services within their scope of practice.* Qualified Addiction Professional credentials as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board, including CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, or CCDP-D; or Qualified Mental Health Professional qualifications as defined by the Missouri Credentialing Board.* Thorough knowledge of caseload management, rehabilitation methods, treatment principles, and counseling techniques related to mental health and substance use disorders.* Knowledge of treatment modalities, legal requirements, and court procedures associated with mental health and substance use disorder services.* Ability to establish rapport, communicate effectively, engage clients in recovery, and prepare clear, concise written reports.* Willingness to obtain credentials in additional states and provide telehealth services when needed..**Additional Qualifications:*** Successful completion of required criminal record, driving record, abuse and neglect, fingerprint, and other applicable background checks.* Current driver’s license in the state of residence, an acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance.* Ability to maintain professional boundaries, follow applicable ethical standards, and work effectively with clients experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges..**Physical Requirements**Sedentary work requiring the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The position involves sitting most of the time, with occasional walking or standing for brief periods..**Position Perks & Benefits:****Paid time off:** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life**Employee benefits package:** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Top-notch training:** initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive**Career mobility:** advancement opportunities/promoting from within**Welcoming, warm, supportive:** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.**Brightli is on a Mission:**A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.