Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery

Summit BHC; Indiana; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit BHC in Henryville, Indiana is seeking a Licensed Counselor to support addiction recovery, provide assessments, and lead counseling sessions onsite at Wooded Glen Recovery Center.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of post-bachelor experience or a master’s degree with 1+ year, plus licensure and CPR/de-escalation training. Onsite position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor professional experience, OR master’s degree in related field with 1+ year of post-Master experience.
• Degrees must be from an accredited college or university.
• Must have current licensure/certification as social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments to identify history, current presentation, and treatment needs.
• Lead group, individual, and family counseling sessions using evidence-based modalities.
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing case management.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, referrals, and aftercare planning.
• Document care, treatment plans, and progress timely and clearly.
• Educate clients and families about substance abuse and mental health issues.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Client assessment

Documentation

Communication

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field

Master’s degree in social services or related field

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid

Job description

Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery# Summit BHC## Licensed Counselor - Addiction RecoveryApply: Wooded Glen Recovery Center: Posted Yesterday: JR127713Licensed Counselor - Addiction Recovery | Summit Healthcare Mgmt | Henryville, Indiana**About the Job:**PURPOSE STATEMENT: The Counselor Two provides treatment, counseling, and support to assist clients in their recovery from addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental health disorders, assists with modifying problem behaviors; may also provide counseling services to families of clients.**Roles and Responsibilities:****ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Responsible for conducting client assessments focused on identifying client history, current presentation, problem areas, and ongoing clinical need for treatment and risk assessment.* Responsible for conducting ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the treatment program.* Prepares and carries out client initial treatment planning and treatment plan progress reviews as assigned and documents as required.* Leads assigned group counseling, individual or family sessions and implements evidence-supported treatment modalities as assigned and documents as required.* Provides client and family education relative to substance abuse/psychiatric problems.* Ensures all documentation regarding client care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.* Provides crisis intervention and counseling to clients, as needed.* Plans for and completes required documentation of aftercare for assigned clients.* Acts as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.* Acts as a liaison between referral sources and clients.* Provides case management duties for clients, ensuring individualized quality care.* Conducts educational workshops both within the Hospital and in the community as required.* Serves as a liaison with self-help groups and EAP professionals.* Evaluates the needs of the client to determine the appropriate level of care and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:*** Requires bachelor’s degree in social services, addiction, mental health or closely related health services field with 3+ years of post-Bachelor degree professional experience in the addictions or counseling field* OR master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or closely related health services field with 1+ years of post-Masters degree professional experience in the addictions, therapy or counseling field* Degree must be from an accredited college or university.**LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:*** Must have current and valid licensure or certifications a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.* CPR certification and de-escalation training required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).* First aid may be required based on state or facility.**WORK LOCATION:**This position is onsite and is not a remote position.**SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:**This position is an Individual Contributor.Why Summit Healthcare Mgmt?Summit Healthcare Mgmt offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Summit Healthcare Mgmt is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.