Counselor III- FT Days

​ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

​Conduct individual, group or family counseling sessions as scheduled and document as required.

​Facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.

​Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessment for patient.

​Prepare individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.

​Evaluate the needs of the patient and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed.

​Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear concise manner.

​Provide crisis intervention to patient as needed.

​Plan for aftercare for assigned patient.

​Act as a liaison with insurance carriers as requested.

​Provide case management duties for patient, ensuring individualized quality care.

​May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns, providing direction and clinical guidance.

​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.

​EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

​Bachelor's degree in social or health services field required and

​Four or more years’ experience in counseling field required OR;

​Bachelor's degree in other field required and

​Six or more years’ experience in the counseling field required OR;

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

​Two or more years’ experience in the counseling field. Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

​LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

​Licensure or certification for counseling, as 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.