What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor 1 position at SPHS GROUP?
Job Details
Job Location: Charleroi, PA
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job Shift: Day
DESCRIPTION
Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement
SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC.
Part-Time
Enhanced Outpatient Charleroi, PA Location
OVERALL FUNCTION:
Implements and monitors client service plans and assists in the daily operation of program activities.
- Conducts Psychosocial Assessments and Re-assessments of clients to develop and update individualized Treatment Plans.
- Provides supportive counseling and intensive life skills training to individuals and client groups.
- Serves as advocate to identify and access entitlement resources, available social services, and affordable housing.
- Maintains current client case record activity and progress, prepares, and submits all required program forms, reports, and documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
- Serves as a member of the Mental Health treatment team, as well as a member of the emergency services/delegate team and maintains appropriate communication with external programs and community resources.
- Other duties as required.
- Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in social work, Psychology, Rehabilitation or Activities Therapy with progress experience in human services from an accredited college or university.
- Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during an interview to make proper recommendations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial entitlement programs and available social services.
- Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance for the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
- Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
AVAILABLE BENEFITS:
- Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
- Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
- Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Generous time off for eligible employees.
- Be an SPHS Hero!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
