THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE FOR A FULL-TIME COUNSELOR

MUST: WILLING TO SEEK LADAC LICENSURE

10:00AM-7:00PM

SUD EXPERIENCE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

We are seeking a Counselor I to provide compassionate and evidence-based support for individuals in recovery. The Counselor I will be responsible for delivering therapeutic services, facilitating group and individual counseling, and supporting clients in their journey toward sobriety and overall well-being. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to foster a safe and supportive treatment environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients.
• Facilitate group therapy, individual counseling, and educational sessions focused on substance use disorders and mental health.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
• Collaborate with medical and clinical staff to coordinate client care and treatment interventions.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to clients as needed.
• Educate clients and their families on addiction, recovery strategies, and relapse prevention techniques.
• Adhere to all ethical guidelines and confidentiality policies in line with HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuous professional development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients.
• Knowledge of therapeutic techniques, counseling theories, and behavioral health best practices.
• Ability to manage caseloads effectively and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients.
• Knowledge of therapeutic techniques, counseling theories, and behavioral health best practices.
• Ability to manage caseloads effectively and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems is a plus.
• Lead educational groups on a range of topics related to addiction, recovery, and well-being.
• Co-facilitate process groups with licensed therapists.
• Develop and lead specialty expressive or experimental groups unique to your interests, expertise, and qualifications while meeting all required certifications and regulatory standards.
• Review assignments with patients.
• Provide one-to-one support sessions in alignment with treatment plan and therapist guidance.
• Leverage de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk.
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries.
• Respond and participate as assigned to emergency codes.
• Document attendance, individual participation, and response to groups.
• Summarize content and tone of each patient meeting.
• Work with therapists and treatment team in developing patient goals, treatment plan, and aftercare plan.
• Learn and follow company-established policies and procedures and maintain adherence to established skills and practice according to position.
• Remain current with all required trainings and certifications.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Qualifications:

• Education: Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Master degree highly preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience working with substance use disorders and mental health populations preferred.
• CADC (Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor) or LADC (Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor) preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in similar role required.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and a criminal background check.

Braford Health Services does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. In addition to federal law requirements, Bradford Health Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.