Substance Abuse Counselor- 5K Sign on Bonus!

Acadia Healthcare; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a qualified counselor to provide individual and group counseling for patients with substance use, eating disorders, or behavioral health concerns. The role involves assessment, treatment planning, and coordinating with families and care providers to ensure quality care.

The position emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation accuracy, and liaison with referral sources and insurers as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in social/health services with relevant counseling training.
• Two or more years’ experience in counseling required; alternative is Master’s degree with experience.
• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group/family sessions as scheduled and document outcomes.
• May co-facilitate groups and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• Perform initial and follow-up assessments for patients and plan treatment.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients; ensure timely documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention and liaise with referrals and insurance as needed.
• Deliver case management and coordinate with families, providers, and care teams.

Skills

Counseling skills

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Patient liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Master's degree in social or health services field

Job description

Overview

$5,000 Sign On Bonus!

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from substance use, eating disorders or other behavioral problems.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group or family sessions, under supervision, as scheduled and document as required.
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
• May be responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patients.
• Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.
• Assist with modifying problem behaviors and may also provide counseling services to families of patients.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources and patient.
• Provide crisis intervention to patient, as needed.
• May plan for aftercare for assigned patient.
• May act as a liaison with insurance carriers, as requested.
• May provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.
• Evaluate the needs 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.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in social or health services field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years’ experience in counseling field is required;
• OR Bachelor's degree in other field required and;

Four or more years’ experience in the counseling field;

• OR Master's degree in social or health services field required and

one or more years’ professional work experience.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensure or certification for counseling may be required by the state in which the facility operates.
• 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.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: Complete or ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body

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