Mental Health Counselor

Duties include, but are not limited to:

a.) Facilitate group and individual counseling sessions.

b.) Maintain case files in described manner.

c.) Complete intake, evaluation and referral s as needed for funding sources.

d.) Write social histories, clinical assessments, and develop resident treatment plan(s).

e.) Monitor resident progress toward goals and objectives as stated in the treatment plan and update the treatment plan(s) as required.

f.) Serve as a member of the Classification/Case Conference Committee.

g.) Write monthly progress reports on residents for the referring agency.

h.) Supervise a caseload identified by the Clinical Director.

i.) Serve as Facility liaison treatment services with referral agencies.

j.) Make appropriate aftercare contacts for treatment services.

k.) Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director.

Qualifications for the position:

Master's degree required.

Professional license, license eligible or full certification as an addictions counselor (CADC/CAADC) preferred but not required. One year of clinical experience in a drug and alcohol or mental health setting preferred. Must have prior experience in treating clients with co-occurring disorders.

Must pass background checks and driver record checks.

Must have reliable transportation.