What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor III position at Central Peninsula Hospital?
About Us:
Our Behavioral Health Department provides residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient treatment services for individuals struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. We also provide mental health counseling services for adults and teenagers who are referred to us from within our provider network.
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Central Peninsula Hospital is one of the largest employers on the Kenai Peninsula. We offer great a compensation and benefits package, a focus on work/life balance including generous paid time off, medical insurance, retirement planning, relocation assistance, and much more. Please contact us for more information and apply today!
About the position:
The Counselor III provides direct clinical care to clients of the Behavioral Health Department both at Serenity House Treatment Center and at the Intake office location. This position must have a detailed understanding of the 12-steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and be able to work with a wide range of clients experiencing chemical dependency issues. Counselors provide individual, group and family therapy completing all required documentation.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's Degree in related field.
- Specific alcoholism/drug counseling training with internship period.
- 2 years of Chemical Dependency Treatment experience. OR
- Two years in specialty mental health practice may be substituted for experience in dependency treatment setting.
- BLSP (CPR) from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment.
- Understanding of chemical dependency and mental health problems combined with a willingness to effectively intervene with families in crisis.
- Good communication skills, outgoing personality and excellent professional boundaries.
- Must be able to accurately document clinical interventions.
PREFERRED:
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Certification
