*Licensed Counselor - LLC, LMSW, LPC

Behavioral Health Group - BHG; Mount Pleasant (SC); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K plan

Bonuses

Zusammenfassung

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) seeks a licensed counselor to support patients on their path to recovery. The counselor will conduct counseling sessions, develop treatment plans, and coordinate with community providers to ensure comprehensive care.

This role emphasizes addiction treatment, patient empowerment, and adherence to regulatory standards. Ideal candidates hold LCC, LMSW, or LPC credentials and have a background in behavioral health.

Qualifikationen

• Active Substance abuse/Social work certifications or licensure in MI is required.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred, not required.

Aufgaben

• Conduct regular alcohol and drug abuse counseling sessions and group sessions.
• Orient patients to treatment operations and procedures.
• Develop and revise patient treatment plans and maintain records.
• Coordinate care with community providers as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention and required in-service training.

Kenntnisse

Substance abuse counseling

Crisis intervention

Regulatory compliance

Ausbildung

Substance abuse certification/licensure

Jobbeschreibung

Licensed Counselor - LCC, LMSW, LPC

Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and the leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. We are dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use disorders. With over 110 locations in 22 states, our team of more than 1,900 employees serves over 42,000 patients.

Job Summary

As a Counselor at Behavioral Health Group (BHG), you will assist patients in identifying and leveraging their strengths to achieve social, educational, and occupational goals. You will help patients prepare for and adjust to a drug-free life, providing emotional and physical support for various challenges. Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you will ensure adherence to schedules, program policies, and all regulatory requirements, performing duties within the scope of your license or certification.

Duties And 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have an active Substance abuse/Social work certifications or licensures for the state of MI.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred, not required.
• In addition to meeting the qualifications, the ideal candidate will embody the following characteristics and possess the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below:
• Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues
• Ability to deal appropriately with patient and team members in stressful or other undesirable situations and to seek direction from supervisors when necessary
• Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions
• Ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding of human behavior to show potential for rehabilitating drug dependent patients
• Knowledge of the substance abuse population, treatment planning and the field of human social services to work toward the rehabilitation of the patient community
• Compliance with federal and state regulations regarding certification, licensure, and degree.

Why Join BHG?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and personal needs. Benefit from flexible schedules with early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
• Investment in Your Growth: Prioritize your development with role-based training and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from three benefits programs, including health, life, vision, and dental insurance. Enjoy tuition reimbursement and 401K plan with discretionary match.
• Recognition and Rewards: Experience competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and incentives for certifications or licenses.
• Employee Perks: Access exclusive discounts on various services and entertainment options, and benefit from our Employee Assistance Program and self-care series.

BHG is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.