PRN Counselor: Recovery Support & Crisis Intervention

Harboroaks; Spring Plains (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

White Deer Run in York, PA seeks a PRN Counselor to provide treatment and support to patients recovering from substance use or behavioral issues. The role involves conducting group and family sessions and coordinating assessments under supervision.

You will document care, develop treatment plans, liaise with referrals and insurers, and deliver crisis intervention and aftercare planning. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred, with relevant field experience and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field preferred.
• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum through education or certification process required.
• Licensure or certification for counseling, as required by the state in which the facility operates; OR state license or certification eligible within the timeframe designated by the facility.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and/or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required.
• Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments for patients.
• May prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
• May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the need of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Skills

Counseling

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services

Tools

CPR certification

First aid certification

De-escalation training

Job description

White Deer Run in York, PA seeks a PRN Counselor to provide treatment and support to patients recovering from substance use or behavioral issues. The role involves conducting group and family sessions and coordinating assessments under supervision.

You will document care, develop treatment plans, liaise with referrals and insurers, and deliver crisis intervention and aftercare planning. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred, with relevant field experience and