Intake & Counseling Counselor — 35-Hour Week + Loan Repayment

Root Center for Advanced Recovery (a trade name of the Hartford Dispensary); Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Professional development funding

4 weeks PTO

Paid holidays including your birthday

Retirement plan with employer.contrib

Job summary

Root Center for Advanced Recovery in Torrington, CT seeks an Assessment Counselor II to perform full range of counseling and clinical duties for clients with substance use and related behavioral health disorders. Under supervision, you will conduct screenings, assessments, education, treatment planning, and documentation in the electronic health record, coordinating with medical staff and referral sources.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in a relevant field and licensure within 2 years;

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; licensure expected within 2 years.
• Experience in counseling or behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Intake and screenings: inform admission procedures and determine eligibility.
• Assessments: conduct client evaluations and obtain collateral information.
• Treatment plans: develop plans with goals and steps.
• Case management: schedule appointments and monitor progress.
• Referrals: connect clients with appropriate programs and resources.
• Record keeping: complete reports and charting per policy.
• Counseling: provide individual, family, and group counseling sessions.
• Participation: attend team meetings and trainings.
• Administrative: front desk coverage, insurance authorizations, scheduling.
• Compliance: adhere to regulatory and funding standards.

Education

Master's Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Root Center for Advanced Recovery in Torrington, CT seeks an Assessment Counselor II to perform full range of counseling and clinical duties for clients with substance use and related behavioral health disorders. Under supervision, you will conduct screenings, assessments, education, treatment planning, and documentation in the electronic health record, coordinating with medical staff and referral sources.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in a relevant field and licensure within 2 years;