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IOP Counselor

Behavioral Health Group BHG
place Springfield, 65817
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Gender Dysphoria
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
Stress
ECT
Individuals

About Job

IOP Counselor - CRADC, LPC, LCSW

Master Or Bachelors Preferred

As a Counselor at BHG, you'll support patients in identifying their strengths and achieving social, educational, and occupational goals. You will guide individuals adjusting to a drug-free life, offering emotional and physical support throughout their recovery. Reporting to the Counselor Supervisor or Program Director, you'll ensure compliance with schedules, program policies, and all relevant regulatory requirements—performing within the scope of your licensure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance abuse recovery.
  • Orient patients to treatment procedures and program expectations.
  • Gather and assess patients’ social, educational, economic, and vocational backgrounds.
  • Create and update individualized treatment plans, maintaining thorough documentation.
  • Make referrals to appropriate services and ensure follow-up.
  • Assist in launching new programs and advise on caseload management.
  • Provide in-service training to team members and maintain knowledge of addiction treatment.
  • Manage intake and readmission procedures and offer follow-up support.
  • Provide crisis intervention and complete inter-agency documentation as needed.
  • Collaborate with community providers to coordinate patient care.
  • Participate in mandatory training from local, state, federal, and accrediting bodies.
  • Attend internal meetings, conferences, and ongoing professional development.
  • Offer Office-Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) services and report any work issues promptly.
  • Support community outreach and public relations efforts.
  • Adhere to all regulatory and accreditation requirements.
  • Uphold BHG’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

  • Must hold a human services-related degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) and valid counseling credentials per state regulations.
  • Experience in behavioral health is preferred but not required.
  • Must demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential matters.
  • Capable of responding effectively in high-stress situations and consulting supervisors when needed.
  • Strong understanding of human behavior and potential for recovery from addiction.
  • Familiarity with the substance use treatment field, treatment planning, and rehabilitation processes.
  • Must remain compliant with federal and state licensure and certification requirements.

Why Join BHG?

Quarterly Bonuses

Earn bonuses based on performance and contribution.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling with early in/early out shifts—no night or Sunday hours.

Career Growth

Benefit from role-based training, continuous development, and advancement opportunities.

Comprehensive Benefits

Choose from three benefits plans, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive 401(k) match.

Recognition & Rewards

Receive competitive pay, quarterly incentives, and certification/license bonuses.

Employee Perks

Access exclusive discounts for services and entertainment, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a self-care wellness series.

At BHG, we believe our strength lies in our people. We’re committed to excellence, integrity, and making a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BHG is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status, as required by law.

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Gender Dysphoria

Issues

Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
Stress

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Individuals with Addiction Issues
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Faith-based organizations
In-patient Non-Psychiatric
In-patient Psychiatric
Intense Out-patient (IOP)
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Residential Treatment Facilities (RTC)
State/Federal Government
Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Home Health/In-home
Military
Forensic