Licensed Counselor — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Behavioral Health Group - BHG; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K with discretionary match

Bonuses for certifications

Job summary

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) in Westminster, CO seeks a Counselor to assist patients in identifying and leveraging strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals, while helping them prepare for a drug-free life and providing emotional support.

You will report to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director and ensure adherence to schedules, policies, and regulatory requirements within your licensed scope.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field.
• Licensure: LAC, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred, not required.
• Ability to provide supervision at no cost upon approval.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions and group sessions as required.
• Orient patients to treatment program operations and procedures.
• Collect and assess social, educational, economic, and vocational information.
• Develop and revise patient treatment plans, maintaining comprehensive records.
• Make appropriate referrals and perform necessary follow-ups.
• Assist in implementing new programs and advise on caseload management.
• Provide in-service training to staff and hold a basic understanding of addiction.
• Conduct intake/readmission services and provide supportive follow-up counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention and inter-agency documentation.
• Coordinate care with community providers as needed.
• Participate in and provide in-service training required by federal, state, local, and accrediting agencies.
• Attend conferences, meetings, and training programs.
• Schedule and attend regular in-service training.
• Perform OBOT services and report any work-related issues immediately.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisory team.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements.
• Adhere to accrediting agency standards.
• Participate in community and public relations activities as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Skills

Counseling skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related field

Job description

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) in Westminster, CO seeks a Counselor to assist patients in identifying and leveraging strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals, while helping them prepare for a drug-free life and providing emotional support.

You will report to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director and ensure adherence to schedules, policies, and regulatory requirements within your licensed scope.