Licensed Counselor - Addiction Treatment (Evenings)

Summit BHC Ft Wayne LLC; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Path Recovery Center seeks a Licensed Counselor for evening shifts in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This onsite role supports addiction treatment programs with assessments, counseling, and family education.

The position requires a Master’s degree and current licensure, with at least one year of post-Masters experience. You will use evidence-based methods, document care, and collaborate with referral sources and insurance carriers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or closely related health services field.
• 1+ years of post-Masters degree professional experience in the addictions, therapy or counseling field.
• Current and valid licensure or certifications as a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments focused on history, current presentation, problem areas and treatment needs.
• Carry out ongoing assessments of chemical dependence services required by the program.
• Lead initial treatment planning and progress reviews; document as required.
• Lead group counseling, individual or family sessions with evidence-based modalities; document as required.
• Provide client and family education on substance abuse and psychiatric issues.
• Ensure timely, clear documentation of client care, treatment and incidents.

Skills

Client assessment

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Family education

Education

Master’s degree in social services, addictions, mental health or related field

Job description

Licensed Counselor - Addiction Treatment (Evenings) | Northern Path Recovery Center | Fort Wayne, Indiana

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.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS

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.

LICENSES / DESIGNATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS

Must have current and valid licensure or certifications a social worker, professional counselor, therapist or addiction counselor per state agency.

WORK LOCATION

This position is onsite and is not a remote position.

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.

WHY NORTHERN PATH RECOVERY CENTER?

Northern Path Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Northern Path Recovery Center 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.