Supervising Counselor

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide administrative and staff supervision including individual and group case consultation, coordinate client care among the disciplines, and provide direct client services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Provides direction to and oversight of Program Counselors in the implementation of the treatment curriculum and delivery of program services.
• Assists counseling staff in dealing with counseling issues and problematic participant behavior.
• Schedules all participants into treatment activities and supervises the administration of the treatment needs assessment process of all newly arrived participants.
• Supervises the Program Counselor's activities and monitors treatment plan development Designate new target goals for clients consistent with overall treatment goals.
• Initiate appropriate and timely interventions.
• Ensures groups and classes are conducted as scheduled/participant attendance/absence is documented.
• Monitors all aspects of program counseling service delivery operation to ensure adherence with contract requirements, standard operating procedures and MHS Personnel Manual.
• Under guidance of Program Manager, it reviews program participants' charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Supervises accurate data collection, compilation and record keeping.
• Assists Program Manager in writing reports.
• Conducts individual counseling and case management on a fill-in basis or for purposes of supervision or training.
• Facilitates groups and educational classes on a fill-in basis as needed.
• Keeps current by reading memos, directives, meeting minutes, and revised policies and procedures.
• participates in self-evaluation process.
• Supervises the provision of quality care by ensuring compliance with standards of care and by participating in program quality assurance activities.
• Comply with all MHS and program rules, policies and procedures including HIPAA standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s in social work or related field and one year of experience in supervision counseling staff in a substance abuse program OR bachelor’s degree in social work and two years of experience on supervising, counseling, and treatment for substance abuse population.
• Certification through a recognized alcohol and drug certification entity plus two years’ experience working with alcohol and drug related issues/addictions.
• Experience working with alcohol and drug related issues/addictions.
• Working knowledge of substance-abuse programs and treatment. relapse prevention/ knowledge of cognitive therapy techniques.
• Experience in individual and group psychotherapy.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and EHR software.
• Knowledge of cognitive therapy techniques, SUD programs and treatment, relapse prevention, and 12 step programs
• Ability to set priorities, problem solve and react appropriately to emergency situations.
• Must be adept at problem-solving, including being able to identify issues and solve problems in a timely manner.
• Highly organized, thorough, and able to self-monitor work for quality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

Seeing Hearing

Speaking Stooping/Bending

Working in cramped spaces Moving around facility

Moving between offices/clients Driving – light errands

• Climbing Lifting/carrying heavy items

Driving – in the course of job duties Using hands/fingers

• Pushing/pulling/dragging items Standing for long periods
• Sitting for long periods Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn’t a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).