What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Counselor - School Based position at Trinity Health MI?
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Description:
Serves as the Project SUCCESS Counselor in the Ann Arbor Public Schools (High School and Middle School). Under the guidance of the Director from Community Health & Well-Being and support from the Behavioral Health team, the Counselor will implement evidenced based programming, policies and strategies that target risk and protective factors associated with youth substance abuse.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Full time
Shift:
Description:
Serves as the Project SUCCESS Counselor in the Ann Arbor Public Schools (High School and Middle School). Under the guidance of the Director from Community Health & Well-Being and support from the Behavioral Health team, the Counselor will implement evidenced based programming, policies and strategies that target risk and protective factors associated with youth substance abuse.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Provide pre-assessment and referral information to students and parents who are affected by alcohol/drug use.
- Conduct early intervention/insight programs for students experimenting with alcohol/drug use or suspended for alcohol/drug use
- Consult with the staff or the school on how to identify, assess, motivate and refer students who are high risk
- Coordinate referrals to mental health, substance use disorder treatment programs and other community services
- Conduct specialized individual and group counseling for high–risk students (recovery, COA, intervention, newcomers and others, coping skills, etc.)
- Work collaboratively with the school and community in bridging the gap between community and school services for students
- Maintain program records and files, compile data and prepare reports as needed to comply with funding requirements
- Enter data as required into appropriate systems
- Manages multiple tasks and project initiatives.
- Plans and implements project activities within budgetary limits.
- Treats all families, co-workers and visitors in a caring and respectful manner, being mindful of individual differences, and cultural and ethnic diversity.
- Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field.
- LMSW, LPC, LLP – State of Michigan is preferred.
- MCBAP Prevention Certification is preferred; a developmental plan must be on file with MCBAP within 30 days of date of hire.
- Strong community outreach, organizing, and engagement skills.
- Proven track record in community organizing and mobilization including education and volunteer experiences.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of prevention and substance use disorders.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in substance abuse/mental health counseling.
- Experience working with the adolescent population.
- Experience working in a school setting.
- Ability to work independently.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint required.
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
