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Counselor Assistant

C A R E CENTER INC
place Washington, 15301
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Part Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Families
Individuals
Law Enforcement/Fire/First Responders
Racial Justice Allied

About Job

Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement

THE CARE CENTER, INC.

Part-Time Positions

Washington, PA Location

OVERALL FUNCTION:

Provides clinical assessments as well as outpatient psychotherapy including, but not limited to, individual, family, and group sessions under the direct observation or close supervision of a trained counselor, lead therapist of clinical supervisor. Assignment of a full caseload shall be contingent upon the supervisor’s positive assessment of the counselor assistant’s individual skill level.

  • Conducts assessment and diagnostic services to develop a comprehensive treatment plan and related treatment recommendations.
  • Develops and implements individualized treatment plans (under the supervision and guidance of a counselor, lead therapist or clinical supervisor), using but not limited to individual, group and family methodologies.
  • Participates in treatment team meetings with all levels of psychiatric and clinical staff, both individually and in group supervision.
  • Prepares, maintains, and submits all assigned case records, charts, reports, forms and other required documentation in a professional and timely manner.
  • Initiates appropriate Intra and Inter Agency contact to facilitate the care of the individuals that are served.
  • 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

  • Master’s or bachelor’s degree in human services, licensure in the Commonwealth as a registered nurse, associate degree in human services, a high school diploma or GED equivalent in accordance with the Department of Drug & Alcohol Program (DDAP) regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability or willingness to obtain credential of Certified Addiction Counselor and/or status of Counselor
  • Assigned a full caseload based upon the supervisor’s positive assessment of the individual skill level and continued under observation of supervision of a trained counselor or clinical supervisor.
  • Demonstrated ability to obtain vital information during a personal interview to make proper recommendations.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, providers, and other social service agencies.
  • Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
  • Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police

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

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Families
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Law Enforcement/Fire/First Responders
Racial Justice Allied
School

Settings

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
Forensic