Substance Abuse Counselor - Full-Time - White Deer Run - New Perspectives/Lebanon

Acadia Healthcare; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Substance Abuse Counselor at its Lebanon facility. In this role, you will provide support and treatment to patients recovering from substance use and behavioral issues, conduct sessions, and plan individual care strategies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in counseling with a focus on empathy and patient safety. You will work collaboratively to ensure positive patient outcomes, contributing to a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in counseling field instruction/internship or similar practicum required.
• Licensure or certification for counseling as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and family sessions, and document as required.
• Prepare individual treatment plans for assigned patients.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Counseling Techniques

Crisis Intervention

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in social or health services field

Job description

Substance Abuse Counselor - Full-Time - White Deer Run - New Perspectives/Lebanon

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Overview

New Perspectives/White Deer Run of Lebanon is looking for a Full-Time Counselor.

Purpose Statement

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

Overview

New Perspectives/White Deer Run of Lebanon is looking for a Full-Time Counselor.

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 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.
  
  

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.
  
  

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• 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.
  
  

Additional Regulatory Requirements

• Completion of ongoing education and training, as required by the state in which the facility operates and applicable accrediting body.
  
  

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

WHDRUN

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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