Group Counselor

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing individual and/or group counseling as defined by license. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning for all applicable clients. Develop comprehensive diagnostic assessment within the scope of license.

Position Description:

• Perform counseling, psychosocial intervention and treatment under close supervision
• Maintain caseload and utilization by maintaining regular contact with clients
• Monitor and assess progress utilizing supportive methods
• Interview and observe clients and prepare clinical reports and individualized service plans
• May provide family counseling according to established principles and best practices
• Provide cognitive behavioral treatment, conduct assessments, individual/group counseling and case management
• May provide clinical direction and participate in providing in-service training to other treatment team members
• Provides dependent diagnosis, under close supervision of an independently licensed supervisor
• Provides in-depth assessment services and diagnostic summaries; assesses and selects appropriate counseling methods in order to maximize treatment process and outcomes, both individual and group
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical activities in compliance with contract, regulatory and agency requirements and clinical best practices
• Adhere to professional standards as outlined by protocols, rules and regulations and licensure scope
• Consult with team members concerning situations and possible courses of action
• Complete agency, accrediting body, and funder required training
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact with others in an ethical, culturally sensitive and respectful manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Be adaptive, flexible and responsive to the needs of the client and program
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate professional behavior and strong clinical boundaries
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to multi-task while prioritizing tasks
• Remain current in general knowledge of psychotropic medications, side effects and DSM-V/ICD-10 diagnosis
• Ability to use electronic service documentation system effectively

Job Requirements:

• Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) required; Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) II or Licensed Chemical Dependency (LCDC) III preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification required. Basic computer, phone and typing skills are necessary for all positions.
• Experience in Clinical counseling

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 28 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $19