What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor (Counselor) position at Behavioral Health Network?
Description
Counselor
Become a part of our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Counselor at Behavioral Health Network
Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support Behavioral Health Network with the following :
- Providing care with respect, sensitivity, and in a manner that preserves and protects client autonomy, dignity, and rights of individuals served.
- Using a diverse knowledge of biopsychosocial, spiritual, emotional, and aftercare planning dimensions of alcoholism and addiction.
- Assessing the range of addiction, dual-diagnosis and methadone issues of individuals served.
- Recognizing special needs of individuals served and adapting treatment plans accordingly.
- Providing thorough and complete assessments for individuals served, focusing on the extent to which alcohol or drug use has interfered with individuals' served functioning.
- Facilitating both group and individual sessions.
- Coordinating referrals for ongoing treatment with agencies and services.
- Providing resources and information on topics such as alcohol use, drug use, harm reduction, and mental illness.
- Completing clinical documentation including IAPs, comprehensive assessments, group notes, individual counseling notes, and after care plans.
- Providing transportation to appointments for individuals, as needed.
- Maintaining a caseload
Reasons to work with BHN :
What are we looking for in a Counselor?
How do I apply to be a Counselor?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on "Browse All Jobs" to apply!
BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
